Many countries are increasing expenditures on militaries and arms imports, ranging from higher salaries for soldiers to updating aging air force fleets.

Latin American laws vary widely in terms of protections of LGBT rights. AS/COA Online examines the legal frameworks covering these rights in Latin America.

Most Latin American countries allow for overseas voting. AS/COA Online looks at expat voting laws and the impact of these ballots on elections.

Two of the world’s most dynamic regional markets signed an unprecedented free-trade agreement within the Pacific Rim. Learn about the negotiations through a guide detailing the origin and purposes of the TPP.

AS/COA Online explains the jumble of acronyms and abbreviations of the region’s multilateral organizations.