Southern Cone & Brazil

Brazil’s Supreme Court Used to Terrify Politicians. Not Anymore.
Political support for Lava Jato has faded – along with judges’ incentives to crack down on corruption.

What a Mammoth Oil Auction Means for Brazil’s Economy
A pre-salt auction 20 years in the making could have broad repercussions for the economy and Jair Bolsonaro’s government.

The IMF, Argentina and Ecuador: Have Lessons Been Learned?
The lender’s emergency role means it must always deal with risk, a former official writes.

Argentina’s Forgotten Guru
Long before Brazil’s Bolsonaro took cues from a YouTuber, a controversial “prophet” was calling the shots in Argentina.

Why Uruguayans Are Also in the Streets
A massive, peaceful protest in Uruguay reflects institutional strengths, not weaknesses.

El esfuerzo para salvar el malbec argentino
El cambio climático está agravando la escasez de agua en la región productora de vinos, poniendo en riesgo una especialidad Argentina.

AQ Top 5 Humoristas Políticos: Malena Pichot
Una argentina que usa la comedia para luchar por los derechos de las mujeres.

En Brasil, dos empresas gigantes, una sequía y una asociación inesperada
Cuando una sequía prolongada acosó a São Paulo, rivales corporativos se olvidaran de la competencia y abrazaran la colaboración.

How Countries Manage Water: Chile
A close look at the country’s top water-related challenges – and the government’s efforts to address them.

How Countries Manage Water: Brazil
A close look at the country’s top water-related challenges – and the government’s efforts to address them.

How Countries Manage Water: Argentina
A close look at the country’s top water-related challenges – and the government’s efforts to address them.