Colombia’s Santos Urges American Engagement
The president says “there will be great results” if the United States return to Latin America.
Latin America
Argentina’s Claim to Falklands a Travesty
Britain can relinquish the Falklands when a majority of Argentinians returns to Spain.
Peru Displays “Latin American Solidarity,” Britain Shrugs
Peru sends away a British frigate to show support for Argentina’s claim to the Falkland Islands.
Kirchner’s Popularity Drops as Economy Slows Down
Is her protectionist economic policy finally catching up with Argentina’s tough talking president?
Brazil’s Rousseff Poised to Undertake Reform Effort
Although the pace of regulatory reforms has stalled, there is reason to be optimistic about the president’s efforts.
Latin America, Riding the Commodity Boom
Even South American nations that are hostile to freer trade are witnessing economic expansion thanks to globalization.
Iran’s Latin American “Alliance” is a Joke
Ahmadinejad looks for allies across the Atlantic but finds very few friends.
Mexico’s Peña Looks Certain to Win Presidency
The candidate of Mexico’s former ruling party is certain to win if the opposition fails to unite.
“Nuclear Submarine Should Be Sent to Falklands”
Britain’s former navy chief recommends the dispatch of a submarine to the South Atlantic.
Rousseff’s Foreign Policy Follows in Lula’s Footsteps
The new president is likely to soldier on in the pragmatic fashion of her predecessor.
Argentina’s Economic Policies Are Failing
President Kirchner’s protectionism and economic policies are hurting competitiveness and driving up inflation.
The Ants and the Grasshoppers
Strategic ambiguity from great powers compels middle powers to seize the initiative.
Rift in American-Colombian Relations
The Obama Administration’s failure to act on the Colombian free trade agreement is undermining a key regional partnership.
Obama Set on Expanding Trade in Brazil, Chile
Impediments to trade remain.
Obama to Renew Economic Ties in Latin America
The American president visits Brazil, Chile and El Salvador to enhance economic ties and improve security cooperation across the region.