Chile’s robber barons
Capitalism does need to be saved from its own excesses in Chile, but few public leaders today have the moral authority to do so.
Juan Nagel
November 12, 2015
How businesses are endangering free markets in Chile
The scandal over price fixing by private cartels that produce toilet paper has left Chileans believing that their market is unfair and going down the toilet.
Patricio Navia
November 11, 2015
The Political Economy of Brazil’s Disarray
Brazil needs to find its place in the new era of “reglobalization” currently underway, marked by plurilateral trade agreements such as the TPP and the EU-U.S. TTIP process.
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November 3, 2015
La situación de la independencia judicial en Argentina
La situación de la independencia judicial en Argentina se ha deteriorado paulatina pero sostenidamente desde el año 2006 en adelante. Para discutir en profundidad esta problemática, dos ONG argentinas, Poder Ciudadano y Asociación por los Derechos Civiles, solicitaron una audiencia temática a la Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos, la cual se celebró el viernes 23 de octubre pasado. Sin embargo, la noticia central no fue la temática analizada sino la actitud del estado argentino.
Alvaro Herrero
November 2, 2015
Escenarios presidenciales en la Argentina
Todas las miradas en la Argentina están puestas en quién será el sucesor de Cristina Fernández de Kirchner a partir del 10 de diciembre de 2015. La pregunta va más allá de si habrá ballotage o no, la pregunta es: ¿Qué pasará después del 10 de Diciembre? Gane quien gane, el futuro de la economía Argentina dependerá de lo que haga el ganador cuando llegue a la Casa Rosada.
Gabriel Salvia
October 23, 2015
El Sistema Interamericano de Derechos Humanos en los tiempos del cólera
En los últimos años, la Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos se ha encontrado bajo constantes ataques diplomáticos destinados a debilitar el alcance de su mandato y privilegiar la soberanía nacional.
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October 16, 2015
Latin America’s Agricultural Challenges
Should Latin America continue to put all its eggs in the commodity basket hoping for a return of the good times? Of course not. The region must diversify its economic base to focus on manufacturing and services as well. In the meantime, the agricultural sector needs greater unity across the sector to improve productivity, efficiency, and innovation.
Jerry Haar
October 15, 2015
The World Bank’s second chance in South America
The World Bank annual meeting in Lima, Peru this weeks offers a unique opportunity. While China’s massive investments in infrastructure are much-needed, they come with huge risks. The World Bank can reduce those by working with these new efforts—with all their capital—to apply the Bank’s experience in protecting the environment and local communities.
Kevin Gallagher
October 6, 2015
How does Latin America rank in the newly released Global Competitiveness Index?
This week’s snapshot looks at Latin America’s rankings in the recently released Global Competitiveness Index, produced by the World Economic Forum. While the so-called ALBA countries continue to occupy the bottom of the regional pile, the biggest surprise is Brazil, which sunk 18 places.
Interesting statistics
October 2, 2015
Preview of UNHRC 30 and predictions on how Latin American countries will vote
The United Nations Human Rights Council opened this week, and on its agenda are the heated topics of Sri Lanka, Ukraine and Syria. The region has historically split in votes on these issues, with a majority, led by Argentina and Brazil, supporting the protection of human rights. On the other side, Cuba and Venezuela have helped to lead the movement to prioritize national sovereignty over the human rights.
Amy Williams
September 18, 2015