Latin America’s Security Crisis Is a Political Problem, Too
Crime and politics are becoming more entangled, undermining the region’s stability, an expert writes.
In Latin America, the U.S. Is Relying Too Much on its Military
SouthCom has become the most visible bridge for political engagement in the region. That’s a mistake, the authors write.
Mary Triny Zea
Zea is an investigative reporter based in Panama City with over 15 years of experience. She is an eight-time winner of Panama’s premier national journalism prize.
Can Copper Prices and Nearshoring Restart Peru’s Economic Dynamism?
Politics has been a drag on this former regional growth star, and hasn’t improved. But global economic conditions have, writes a former finance minister.
Por que os EUA e a China estão de olho no porto mais remoto do Chile
Punta Arenas se tornou relevante em meio às mudanças nas rotas marítimas, novas indústrias como o hidrogênio verde e a corrida pela Antártica. Os EUA e a China estão prestando atenção.
NEW AQ: Ports Are Latin America’s New Geopolitical Hotspot
From organized crime in Guayaquil to climate change in Panama and nearshoring in Veracruz, seaports are now at the junction of several pressing issues.
¿Por qué Estados Unidos y China se agolpan sobre un puerto en el sur de Chile?
Punta Arenas se encuentra en la intersección de rutas marítimas cambiantes, nuevas industrias como el hidrógeno verde y la carrera por la Antártida. Estados Unidos y China lo han notado.
Why the U.S. and China Suddenly Care About a Port in Southern Chile
Punta Arenas is at the intersection of changing shipping routes, new industries like green hydrogen, and the race for Antarctica. The U.S. and China have noticed.
Mexico Needs a New Strategy for the Northern Triangle
The next administration should work more closely with its neighbors to address migration.
Milei’s Narrow Path to Success
After several months in office, Argentina’s president faces mounting political and economic challenges, though his reform agenda is still alive.
AMLO’s Bet on Mexico’s South Is Paying Off—For Now
The initial success of public infrastructure investments will make them an enduring Morena priority. The gains may be a mirage.
El Salvador’s Economy Will Test Bukele 2.0
Bukele needs an IMF assistance program to regain access to international markets. Bitcoin and the erosion of the rule of law are stumbling blocks.
NEW AQ: Latin America’s Big, Diverse Election Year
Six countries in the region have elections this year. Can electing women leaders help address declining faith in democracy?
Guatemala Nears a Pivotal Moment on Taiwan
The next administration will face strong incentives from China to ditch Taiwan. The U.S. has an opportunity to step in.
Latin America’s Election Super-Cycle Will Turn on One Key Factor
More than concerns about democracy, voters’ fundamental needs will shape the outcome of the region’s big election year.
