Record Droughts Plague Latin America
Abnormally dry conditions in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and Paraguay threaten water reserves and economic recovery.
Constitutional Crisis and Crime Have Haiti on Edge
President Jovenel Moïse’s constitutional referendum stalled, but he’s found other ways to consolidate political power amid calls for his resignation.
In Peru, Pedro Castillo Leads by Razor-Thin Margin
With nearly all votes counted, the first-time presidential candidate is ahead of rival Keiko Fujimori by less than half a percentage point.
Contrasting Platforms in Peru's Presidential Runoff
Given the polarized race, this bicentennial election will be anything but a celebration. AS/COA Online previews the platforms of Pedro Castillo and Keiko Fujimori.
Nicaragua's Opposition Faces a Stacked Electoral Deck
Reforms and a fractured opposition only make it easier for Daniel Ortega to secure a fifth term as president in November.
Vaccines Reignite China vs. Taiwan Debate in Latin America
Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Paraguay, which recognize Taipei over Beijing, are among the few countries in the region not receiving Chinese vaccines.
Leaders Summit on Climate: Latin America's Concerns
Seven Latin American and Caribbean countries with varying commitments to fighting climate change are participating in Biden’s virtual forum.