Mexico’s former foreign minister covers recent bilateral turbulence, the Cuba factor, and what U.S. midterms mean for relations.
LatAm in Focus: Jorge Castañeda on the Frictions Straining U.S.-Mexico Ties
WCA 2026: Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar on Congressional Priorities in the Western Hemisphere
The congresswoman outlined her view on the U.S. role in facilitating future democratic transitions in Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela.
Trump in Latin America: Shield of the Americas Backs Paz in Bolivia; Flávio Visits Trump
May 21–27: Bilateral USMCA negotiations between Mexico and the United States are set to begin.
What November’s U.S. Midterm Vote Means for the Americas
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Eric Jacobstein, Emily Mendrala
For now, the Democratic Party is likely to make gains that would affect U.S. policy toward Latin America on several key fronts.
AQ Podcast | The Mexico-U.S. Relationship’s Most Delicate Phase
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AQ Online
What recent security concerns and a looming USMCA review mean for Sheinbaum and for Mexico
Trump in Latin America: DOJ Unseals Castro Indictment as Pressure Builds on Havana
May 15–20: Plus, Venezuela deports a close Maduro ally to the United States and Treasury issues sanctions aimed at Sinaloa Cartel.
WCA 2026: U.S. Deputy Trade Rep. Jeffrey Goettman on Priorities in the Western Hemisphere
The senior official spoke of the Trump administration's approach to the USMCA review and trade with South America.