In Spite of Bolsonaro, China Quietly Deepens its Influence in Brazil
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Xi Jinping’s visit to Brasília caps a highly successful effort of damage control.
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Latin America Already Has a Model to Solve Venezuela
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The Larreta Doctrine – not the Rio Treaty – should serve as the region’s framework for collective action.
Why Colombia’s President Should Change Course on Venezuela
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Iván Duque still has room to lead on the Venezuelan crisis. But political pressures and alignment with the U.S. will make a course correction difficult.
Five Ways Spain Can Lead on Venezuela
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Recent developments suggest Spain’s reluctant role in Venezuela’s crisis could be changing.
Venezuela’s Crisis Calls for Carrots, Not Sticks
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U.S. military intervention would be unwelcome and counterproductive. Here’s an alternative with a better chance of success.
Where Will Maduro End Up? A Ranking
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A look at where Maduro might go if a transition happens in Venezuela.
The Problem With Defending Democracy in Venezuela, But Not Cuba
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Maduro can learn from Cuba that if he hangs on a few months, regional leaders will forget about restoring democracy in Venezuela.
South America’s Prosur: The Answer to a Question Nobody Asked
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A new regional body proposed by Colombia and Chile faces difficult prospects.
Is Now the Time for the World Bank to Break With Tradition?
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Latin America had a contender in the last race to run the bank. José Antonio Ocampo might run again.
Como Entender la Solitaria Posición de México Frente a Venezuela
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AMLO no ha respondido a la crisis venezolana como muchos esperaban. ¿Por qué?
How to Understand Mexico’s Lonely Stance on Venezuela
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AMLO hasn’t responded to the Venezuelan crisis in the way many expected. Here’s one reason why.
Amid Nationalist Wave, Brazilian Diplomats Look Back on the Art of Foreign Policy
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A new book reflects on a mosaic of diplomatic strategies from Latin America and beyond, edited by Benoni Belli and Filipe Nasser.
Joe Biden: The Western Hemisphere Needs U.S. Leadership
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Pulling back from Latin America will lead to gains in the region for Russia, China and others, warns the former vice president.
China’s Venezuela Policy Is Losing Popularity – in China
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Amid hyperinflation and declining oil production, skepticism surrounds China’s bet on Venezuela.
Brazil’s Anti-Globalist Foreign Minister Won’t Get Everything He Wants
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Ernesto Araújo’s appointment is a victory for the pro-Trump faction in Bolsonaro’s government. But he’ll face powerful internal enemies.
