Fifty Years On, the “Chicago Boys” Remain Difficult to Discuss
A new book tries to address the thorny, still evolving legacy of Chile’s radical free-market reformers.
Por qué América Latina aún merece un papel en Ucrania
Hasta ahora, los esfuerzos diplomáticos de la región han sido ignorados o calificados de pro-Moscú. Eso es un error, escribe un destacado profesor.
Why Latin America Still Deserves a Role on Ukraine
The region’s diplomatic efforts have so far been ignored or described as pro-Moscow. That’s a mistake, a leading professor writes.
Did Latin America’s Progressives Become Too “Woke”?
After many countries saw progressive victories on abortion and other issues, a conservative backlash is gaining strength in the region.
AQ Podcast: What Happened To Anti-Corruption Efforts In Latin America
A conversation on why anti-corruption investigations across the region seem to have lost steam.
Seven Decades After Guatemala Coup, Bernardo Arévalo Sees a Dramatic Rise
The son of a trailblazing president will face a powerful political establishment in a runoff election.
A Tough Year for Anti-Corruption
This year’s CCC Index highlights a more difficult environment for efforts to combat graft.
Surveillance Technology Is on the Rise in Latin America
Officials scrambling to address crime—and, sometimes, spy on opponents—are turning to surveillance technologies with little oversight.
Lula’s Fraught South America Summit
Brazil’s effort to restart regional dialogue is good news. The challenge will be to keep it going once the second pink tide starts to ebb.
In Chile and Elsewhere, Crime Is the New Corruption
Sunday’s election shows how violent crime is dominating the political debate throughout much of Latin America, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
Paraguay: Santiago Peña to Run a Still-Divided Country
The victor will face challenges including ruling party divisions and a debate over relations with Taiwan.
Under Lula, Brazil Can Take On Regional Leadership. Will It?
A diplomatic heavy hitter is back at the helm of Latin America’s largest country—but the path to an influential international role is full of obstacles.
Thinking Abroad: Latin America’s Foreign Policies
AQ tracks priorities in external relations, including positions on Venezuela and China, in eight countries.
Con Lula, Brasil puede asumir el liderazgo regional. ¿Lo hará?
Un peso pesado de la diplomacia vuelve a dirigir el país más grande de América Latina. Pero ejercer el liderazgo regional puede resultar más difícil de lo que Lula y otros creen.
Sob o comando de Lula, o Brasil pode voltar à liderança regional. Mas será que o país assumirá esse papel?
Um grande nome da diplomacia está novamente no comando do maior país da América Latina—mas o caminho para Lula chegar a uma posição internacional de influência está repleto de obstáculos.