As defense minister, the former anti-corruption crusader is challenging criminal groups—and the military tasked with confronting them.
Colombia
Iván Velásquez Is Facing His Toughest Challenge Yet
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John Otis
A Status Check on Gustavo Petro's Five Big Reforms
AS/COA Online covers how the Colombian president has fared with far-reaching health, labor, pension, tax, and political reforms.
Explainer: Gun Laws in Latin America's Largest Economies
Countries may adopt stringent gun control laws, but efforts are complicated by arms smuggling. We look at Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico.
AQ Podcast: Gustavo Petro’s Challenging Moment
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AQ Online
Petro is facing multiple crises. How will he react?
Tracker: Presidential Approval in Latin America's Top Five Economies
See citizens’ perception of their leaders and national progress in Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Mexico, and Argentina.
AQ Podcast: How Organized Crime Is Changing In Latin America
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AQ Online
An overview of the security landscape in the region, including how organized crime is pushing into previously calm countries
Colombia’s Growth Is Slowing, Imperiling Gustavo Petro’s Agenda
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Luis Fernando Mejía
This year, plans for major reforms will collide with slower growth and efforts to tame inflation.