Why USMCA May Survive After All
USMCA review will test politics and economic realities. Preserving North American integration remains the least costly path forward, an expert writes.
NEW AQ: The Return of the Big Stick
Donald Trump’s renewed interventionism feels familiar, but how Latin America might respond is less clear.
Venezuela’s Generational Democratic Opportunity
The viability of a political transition depends on credibility and the restoration of democracy.
How U.S. Companies May Return to Venezuela and Be Compliant
Washington has three ways to provide sanctions relief to the country and PDVSA. The cases of Syria, Sudan, and Iraq serve as historical references.
Washington’s Path to Displacing Rivals in Post-Maduro Venezuela
With Maduro removed, the U.S. faces the difficult task of limiting the influence of China, Russia and Iran without triggering instability.
Maduro’s Fall May Shape Colombia’s Election
Volatile relationships with Washington and Caracas are crucial wild cards in the upcoming presidential race.
Is This the End of the Fidel Castro Era?
Events in Venezuela, Cuba and beyond suggest that a particular brand of leftism is in its twilight in Latin America, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
After Maduro’s Capture, the Shockwaves Reach Mexico
U.S. pressure may force Mexico’s leaders to make crucial decisions on organized crime, Cuba, and their policy priorities.
REACTION: Trump Says U.S. Will “Run” Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture
The historic military operation raises numerous questions about what’s next for Venezuela, and for U.S. relations with Latin America as a whole.
The Risks and Benefits of Trump’s Latin America Trade Deals
The agreements are potentially historic – but some countries have been left out, and a Supreme Court challenge looms.
Venezuela’s Possible Turning Point
Maduro’s repression is escalating alongside unprecedented U.S. military activity. The situation on the ground shows two likely paths forward.
Bolivia’s Foreign Policy Reset
Challenges await President Rodrigo Paz as he reinserts Bolivia into the international arena.
The Necessary Quest for Latin American Unity
Current policies toward the region make speaking with a common voice even more urgent, writes a former Costa Rican president.
Taiwan’s Quiet Race for Allies in the Americas
The Asian nation is reinforcing its partnerships in the hemisphere as China increases pressure ahead of upcoming elections, an expert writes.

