2016: A Year of Turbulence in the Americas
From Brazil's presidential impeachment to Venezuela's tanking economy, Latin America's woes went beyond the U.S. election.
Pacific Rim Nations Push Back on Free-Trade Skepticism
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Ryan Dube and Carol E. Lee
“[The Asia-Pacific leaders meeting] is a strategic shift that is in progress. There is real concern that the U.S. is withdrawing from its traditional role,” explains AS/COA’s Eric Farnsworth.
Latin American Leaders Open Door to Tighter Chinese Trade Ties
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Ryan Dube
This is a huge moment for China to forge closer trade ties with Latin America in view of Trump's protectionist policies, points out AS/COA's Eric Farnsworth.
Peru is Shining Amid Latin America Woes
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Patrick Gillespie
"Peru's rise has been among the best kept secrets in Latin America," highlights AS/COA’s Eric Farnsworth on the sidelines of the APEC 2016 summit.
Peru Update: PPK's First 100 Days as President
Corruption concerns hit his administration early, but nonetheless twice as many Peruvians approve of Pedro Pablo Kuczynski compared to those who disapprove.
AQ Top 5 Politicians Under 40: Verónika Mendoza
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Mitra Taj
The former presidential candidate stoking hopes that a modern, more electable left may be taking root in Peru.
