Trump Could Bring Enemies in South America Closer Together
The alliance between Cuba and Venezuela has weakened in recent years. Donald Trump could inadvertently restore it.
Latin America
Political Victory for Temer During Anxious Times for Brazil
Congress approves a spending limit, but corruption and economic distress still overshadow Michel Temer’s presidency.
The Rational Person’s Guide to Fidel Castro
The Cuban leader’s main geopolitical accomplishment was keeping the island free from American domination.
Colombia’s Santos Seeks Revised Peace Deal with FARC
The president is piecing together a revised peace accord after his original plan was voted down in a referendum.
When People Don’t Give Peace a Chance: Colombia Rejects Peace with FARC
Yearn though Colombians might for peace, fifty years of war has left them yearning even more for justice.
Colombia’s Referendum: Has the Best Chance for Peace Gone?
Colombians narrowly reject a peace deal with the FARC. A way forward is now hard to imagine.
Rousseff Leaves But Brazil’s Problems Remain
The president’s impeachment will do little to lift Brazil’s economy out of recession or clean up its politics.
Maduro Defiant as Venezuela Teeters on the Brink
While the opposition demands a presidential recall, Nicolás Maduro declares a state of emergency.
Brazil to Muddle Through After Rousseff Suspended
Power shifts to the president’s unprincipled allies in the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party.
France Leads Opposition to South America Trade Deal
The country is apprehensive about liberalizing trade with a major exporter of agricultural products.
The Origins of Brazil’s Political Dysfunction
Brazil’s paralysis can be traced back to the end of the military dictatorship. But the roots go much deeper.
Peru Votes for Continuity Amid Growing Discontent
For many Peruvians, the presidential runoff in June will be a choice for the lesser of two evils.
Rousseff’s Impeachment May Solve Little
Brazil is looking at months of political upheaval during which painful economic reforms will likely be put off.
Rousseff’s Future Uncertain After PMDB Defection
Dilma Rousseff may not survive impeachment now that Brazil’s largest party has walked out on her.
Obama Lands in Cuba for Historic Visit
The visit comes after the president reversed America’s long-standing policy of isolating the communist regime.