
Don’t Expect Miracles From the Multilaterals
Latin American and Caribbean economies need help, but organizations like the IDB are also stretched thin.

Why a Human Rights Icon Needs Its Independence
This is not the time to weaken the IACHR.

WEBCAST: Disaster Recovery: The Future of Multilaterals in Latin America
AS/COA hosts a discussion on how multilaterals can help Latin America emerge from the pandemic.

A Problem for German Trade Ambitions: Brazil’s Environment Minister
Competing visions in Berlin reveal a broader dilemma about how to engage with Jair Bolsonaro’s government.

WEBCAST: Brazil-U.S. Relations in 2020 and Beyond
AS/COA and CEBRI host a candid conversation on the future of Brazil-U.S. relations.

The Inevitability of AMLO’s Washington Trip
Why the Mexican president’s trip north may be worth some political risks.

AQ Podcast: Can China Save Latin America Again?
Beijing may not ride to the region’s rescue this time for several reasons, says China expert Margaret Myers.

Wanted: South America’s Participation in Global Geopolitics
The recent Munich Security Conference had no South American speakers, but dealt with critical issues for the region.

In OAS Elections, Competing Visions for Latin America
Venezuela is at the core of the coming fight to lead the Organization of American States.

Is Regional Cooperation Dead in Latin America?
With Latin America politically fragmented and convulsed, intra-regional dialogue is getting more difficult.

Making Sense of Bolsonaro’s Foreign Policy at Year One
Culture wars – not free markets – have been the driving force behind Brazil’s new diplomacy. That could change in 2020.

Latin America’s Other Election: The Next IDB President
The Inter-American Development Bank plays a vital role in the region. The process for picking its president should be more transparent.

AMLO’s Foreign Policy Moment
Evo Morales’ exile shows how Mexico could – still – play a leadership role in the region.

Why the UN Human Rights Council Still Matters — Even With Venezuela
Human rights abusers’ efforts to gain seats on the UN body prove its relevance.

In Spite of Bolsonaro, China Quietly Deepens its Influence in Brazil
Xi Jinping’s visit to Brasília caps a highly successful effort of damage control.