Southern Cone & Brazil Archives - Americas Quarterly

Chile: From Rebellion to Resilience

After six years of political turmoil, there are reasons to be optimistic about the road ahead.

Jeannette Jara and José Antonio Kast will face off in the December 14 presidential runoff.

A Communist and a right-wing candidate will compete in the second round on December 14.

Patricio Navia on Chile’s upcoming election, and what it might mean for the economy.

The Argentine president’s party performed better than expected, gaining momentum for his reform agenda.

An ambitious film misses the mark in depicting a temperamental teenager at the turn of the millennium in Argentina.

AQ’s music columnist highlights a mix of tracks showcasing the classic genre’s modern sounds.

A new book revisits the fascinating but often overlooked history of the British presence across the continent.

Its exhibitions in Valparaíso showcase the waves of newcomers who shaped the port city’s heyday.

An Indigenous patrol has emerged in the Javari Valley to protect a forest and its people.

With midterm elections looming, can U.S. support keep Milei’s project on track?

After a surprising encounter at the UN, a modest deal may indeed be possible, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.

After the leaders met on September 23, the Treasury said the U.S. is negotiating a $20 billion swap line and is ready to purchase Argentina’s bonds.

Criminal infiltration of formal economies and politics is shaping elections in Latin America.

A year after reaching investment grade, the country is growing fast but many Paraguayans feel left behind.