Lula’s Gift to Bolsonaro
The Brazilian president’s attacks on Israel reinforce political polarization and give the opposition room to breathe.
Why the U.S. and Europe Should Work Together on Latin America
Issues like supporting democracy and combating organized crime demand a triangular approach—but the obstacles are sizable.
A Balancing Act for Brazil’s Foreign Policy
What seems like a contradictory agenda for 2024 reflects the country’s deeper priorities, writes a Brazilian expert.
Africa’s Lessons for Latin America
Fellow members of the Global South show what a more unified regional approach can achieve.
Lecciones de África para América Latina
Integrantes del Sur Global demuestran lo que se puede lograr con un enfoque más consensual.
Guyana Official: Venezuela’s Actions Are an “Unprecedented” Challenge
A longstanding border controversy has worsened following a massive discovery of oil, a top official at Guyana’s foreign ministry writes for AQ.
Haitians Want International Help, But Done the Right Way
International intervention must avoid the painful mistakes of previous missions, writes a Haitian civil-society leader.
The Israel-Hamas War Is Inflaming Polarization in Latin America
The region’s leaders have been far more critical of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza than peers in Europe and North America.
Can Taiwan Hold On to its Caribbean Allies?
Small countries are bulwarks of Taipei’s influence abroad.
Lula’s Quest for a Diplomatic Balance Amid Israel-Hamas War
As Brazil presides over the UN Security Council this month, the president has an opportunity to reassume a role as global diplomat.
Boric Needs to Tread Smartly on First Visit to China
The Chilean president will be pragmatic and economically focused, with the energy transition on top of his to-do list with Xi Jinping.
Republican Threats on Mexico Could Carry a Huge Cost
Even if it’s just rhetoric, Republican candidates’ discussion of military force against Mexican cartels risks souring relations across the region.
What the World Gets Wrong About Latin America’s Foreign Policy
Assumptions about the region’s homogeneity and limitations on the international stage don’t hold up, writes one expert.
The Quiet Official Behind China’s Policy in Latin America
What Cai Wei’s travels tell us about China’s priorities in the region.
How BRICS Expansion Will Impact South America
The BRICS transformation into a Beijing-led alliance poses a challenge for Brazil and Argentina.
