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Why Sheinbaum May Take a Different Path on Mexico’s Security

The new president’s experience as mayor points to an approach more rooted in enhanced intelligence, mediation, and deterrence.

Latin American leaders have been far more critical of Israel's military campaign in Gaza than peers in Europe and North America.

The Israel-Hamas War Is Inflaming Polarization in Latin America

The region’s leaders have been far more critical of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza than peers in Europe and North America.

Oresidente Lula fala à imprensa durante a cúpula da União Européia e a CELAC em julho.

Lula é antiamericano?

É complicado, escreve o editor-chefe da AQ.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Brazil's president, during the European Union (EU) and Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) summit in Brussels, Belgium, on Monday, July 17, 2023. The EU sees the summit as a key chance to reboot the bloc's relationship with the sub-continent as it competes for influence with China, tries to broaden support for Kyiv in its defense against Russia, and seeks to secure access to critical raw materials needed for its digital and green energy transitions. Photographer: Simon Wohlfahrt/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Is Lula Anti-American?

It’s complicated, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.

Thinking Abroad: Latin America’s Foreign Policies

AQ tracks priorities in external relations, including positions on Venezuela and China, in eight countries.

Brazil’s Foreign Policy Is “Back In the Game”

Latin America faces many challenges to ensure a better life for its citizens. The best tool to tackle such challenges is improving democratic governance, which does not always find fertile ground to thrive. The main obstacle to democratic governance continues to be populist politicians and their shaky commitment to democracy. The making of a democratic … Read more

International Cooperation or Gridlock?

A shift of the global balance of power is under way. Emerging countries are increasingly playing significant roles on global issues, such as the global economy, trade, and investment, as well as in diplomacy and multilateral decision making. In a few years, we will witness a historically rare phenomenon, when a new country will become … Read more