Several Latin American governments seem to be backing off anti-drug efforts, though some avoid explicitly saying so.
Americas Quarterly
Quiet Quitting the War on Drugs
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Brian Winter
Fernando Haddad: Still the Odd Man Out
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Thomas Traumann
A special report on Brazil’s finance minister, who after a year of unexpected successes will face arguably his biggest challenge in 2024.
The Next Front in Mexico’s Battle Over Institutions
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Vanessa Rubio
AMLO’s Supreme Court appointment reopens doubts about the judiciary power's impartiality and the future of independent checks and balances.
The Intense Year Ahead for Guatemala’s New President
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Claudia Méndez Arriaza
Bernardo Arévalo faces severe obstacles to reform after a chaotic inauguration, but his reputation as a quiet conciliator matches the moment.
AQ Podcast | LatAm’s Economies in 2024: What to Expect
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AQ Online
An overview of economic trends in the region and a detailed look at Brazil, Mexico and Argentina
To Save Guatemala’s Democracy, the U.S. Needs Private Sector Friends
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Benjamin N. Gedan
The U.S. and the EU can use economic incentives to convince the nation’s elite to support Bernardo Arévalo.
Guatemala Nears a Pivotal Moment on Taiwan
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Leland Lazarus, Ryan Berg
The next administration will face strong incentives from China to ditch Taiwan. The U.S. has an opportunity to step in.