The Missing Elements in Sheinbaum’s Crime-Fighting Strategy
Mexico’s crackdown on fentanyl trafficking is working, but more is needed to solve the nation’s security crisis.
AQ Podcast | Mexico: Claudia Sheinbaum’s Moment
Analyst Viri Ríos on Sheinbaum’s popularity, navigating Trump and her government’s tougher policies on security.
REACTION: What’s Next for Sheinbaum’s Tariff Strategy
Amid growing uncertainty, Mexico’s president addressed trade negotiations and plans for the economy in a major speech.
Trump Always Wanted Tariffs on Mexico
Mexico’s efforts to appease the White House through cooperation may have been doomed from the start, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
U.S.-Canada Ties May Face Even Bigger Trouble
Impending tariffs are inflaming anti-U.S. sentiment ahead of an increasingly unpredictable election.
Sheinbaum Has a Crucial Decision to Make on Mexico’s Education
The use of the education system for partisan goals has undermined the implementation of ambitious reforms. Will that change?
Mexico Is Growing Old. Can It Build a Care System in Time?
The country’s demographic bonus ends with Sheinbaum’s presidency, offering a chance to rethink care and close workforce gender gaps.
The Storm for U.S.-Mexico Ties Is Only Beginning
Even though Trump stepped back from the brink on tariffs, structural problems in Mexico point to continued trouble ahead.
REACTION: The Impacts of Trump’s Tariffs
The decision could push Mexico into a recession, while the U.S. may see higher consumer prices and slower growth.
What Trump Really Wants in Panama
Whether it’s countering China, or pursuing a new U.S. expansionism, the president’s threats have already led to concrete action inside Panama, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
Deportations and Tariffs Are a Stern Test for Sheinbaum
In dealing with its northern neighbor, Mexico should prepare for the worst while hoping for the best.
Author Talk: The Evolving Latino Diaspora, with Marie Arana
On February 26, 2025, AQ hosted a book event with Marie Arana in New York.
Why the U.S. Should Not Take Back the Panama Canal
There were good reasons to return the canal to Panama. Undoing it now would be a geopolitical disaster.
REACTION: Trump Threatens February 1 Tariffs on Mexico and Canada
President Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on USMCA partners.
Mexico: A 2025 Snapshot
AQ tracks political and economic trends to watch and key indicators in 2025.
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