REACTION: Trump Threatens 30% Tariffs on Mexico
In a letter to Sheinbaum, Trump wrote that the tariffs would take effect on August 1 and come in response to fentanyl trafficking.
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Signal Heightened Scrutiny Over Mexican Financial Sector
Orders targeting three financial institutions for alleged fentanyl money laundering initiate a new era of enforcement.
Mexico’s Judicial Election Is a Blow for Democracy
The vote ends three decades of checks and balances, returning the nation to a competitive authoritarian regime.
AQ Podcast | A Crossroads for Mexico’s Security
Mexico’s security crisis is in focus after the murder of two officials and rising U.S. pressure. In this episode, a look at how President Sheinbaum is tackling organized crime.
When Recession Is Not Mexico’s Biggest Problem
The trade war unleashed by the U.S. requires more than monetary or fiscal responses from the Sheinbaum administration.
The Long Shadow of Mexico’s War Over Catholicism
A century ago, the Cristero war pitted Catholics against the state—and left a lasting impact on the country’s left, still visible today.
Q&A: Eugene Zapata-Garesché on the Future of Latin American Cities
An expert on urban issues discusses trends to watch and argues cities are where the region’s political future is being forged.
REACTION: Trump’s Tariffs and Latin America
The baseline 10% tariff applies to many countries in the Americas, with notable exceptions.
What Cartel FTO Designation May Mean for Mexico
Companies can take steps right now to mitigate the risks.
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.
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.
AQ Podcast | How Organized Crime Is Evolving in Latin America: 2025 Edition
While homicide rates are stable, criminals are getting an influx of cash from cocaine, gold mining and human trafficking.
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.
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?
Latin American Organized Crime’s Real Target: Local Government
Instead of seeking influence over presidents and legislatures, the region’s criminal groups are increasingly focusing on governors and mayors.
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