Transparent governance was a recurring theme of the day.
Summary: The 46th Annual Washington Conference on the Americas - Advancing an Agenda for Growth
Remarks: President of Panama Juan Carlos Varela at 46th Annual Washington Conference of the Americas
The president's remarks provided insight on the state of democracy, the economy, and rule of law in Panama.
Mexico's Anti-Corruption Bill Stalls Amid Silence From President
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Nacha Cattan and Eric Martin
After the energy and telecommunications reforms, transparency and accountability are two of the most pressing issues for Mexico, points out AS/COA’s Eric Farnsworth.
Five Points on Ley 3de3 and Battling Corruption in Mexico
AS/COA’s Carin Zissis spoke with the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness’ Max Kaiser about a citizen-backed anticorruption initiative to hold politicians accountable.
This Stunning Fact About Corruption In Brazil Helps Explain Its Political Crisis
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Zack Beauchamp
The combination of the massive corruption scandal and “the recession is driving the anger” of protesters, comments AS/COA’s Brian Winter.
Could Generational Change Ease Brazil's Politics of Corruption?
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Jason Thomson
“[Brazil] is on the verge of a tidal change…in politics right now, [where we’ll see] the old guard go out and new names come in,” explains AS/COA’s Brian Winter.