Brazil’s Right Will Have Power Beyond the Presidency
The first-round election result underscored a conservative ascendancy rooted in Congress and the states, with implications for the Bolsonaro family and more.
REACTION: Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula Advance to Brazil’s Presidential Runoff
The eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro now looks like the favorite against the incumbent in the October 25 runoff.
AQ Podcast | Is Latin America Poised for Takeoff?
Citi’s chief economist for Latin America on why the stars may be aligning for the region, and what could go wrong.
What Washington May Misread in Brazil’s Election
President Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro have more in common than meets the eye on key issues, including trade with China and critical minerals.
AQ Podcast | Brazil’s Scandal-Plagued Election
Political analyst Thomas Traumann on the mudslinging in the Supreme Court, and other factors in the October election
Brazil’s Economy Is Slowing. Will It Ruin Lula’s Chances?
Voters are feeling the squeeze from high interest rates and other factors.
The Battle for Brazil’s Swing Voters: Women
The Bolsonaro family has struggled with women voters, but inflation and other pocketbook issues may give them an opening now.
The Donroe Doctrine’s China Paradox
Washington’s increasing focus on political alignment may be giving the region more reasons to keep China close.
Brazil: Meet the Candidates 2026
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro will compete in the October 25 runoff.
Trump Pushes the Bolsonaros to the Brink
The family is in danger of losing the October election, and possibly more than that, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
AQ Podcast | Latin America Joins the Space Race
The region has more to offer the booming global space economy than you might think, and both Washington and Beijing have taken notice.
Brazil’s Landmark Satellite Program
Amazônia-1, the first satellite entirely designed and operated by Brazil, is part of a larger mission.
Q&A: Thomas Traumann on Brazil’s October Elections
A veteran political analyst discusses voter trends and the issues that will shape the Lula-Flávio showdown.
The Hidden History of São Paulo’s “Japanese” Neighborhood
A new book shows how Brazil’s biggest city often literally paved over its Black past.
China Buys Brazil’s Soy and Beef—Not Its Loyalty
A survey shows commercial dependence has not led to political alignment.
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