As Suriname prepares to elect a new parliament, the country faces a series of challenges that endanger its geopolitical standing. Whatever the outcome, the next government must be ready to tackle these issue.
Suriname’s May 2020 elections: Crossroads time?
By Scott B. MacDonald /
Cuba
A Cuban lifeline to CARICOM
By Wazim Mowla /
In looking for pragmatic solutions to address the COVID-19 crisis, and given the absence of global leadership during the pandemic, Caribbean governments are seeking support from long-time partner, Cuba.
Human Rights & Multilateral Organizations
Latin America: Civil and political rights in the time of a pandemic
By David Lovatón Palacios /
Governments across Latin America have taken exceptional measures to stop the uncontrollable spread of COVID-19. Faced with this, there is a valid fear that these measures could exacerbate abuses of power or increase human rights violations.
Venezuela
Trump’s strategy in Venezuela: Domestic or foreign policy?
By Liz Alarcón /
The Trump administration recently announced forceful moves against the Nicolás Maduro government. Could Trump’s strategy in Venezuela be a ploy to garner domestic support in an election year?
Two Gringos with Questions
An interview with Thomas Carothers, Senior Vice President for Studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
In this episode, hosts Chris and Ken speak to Carothers about the state of democracy during the COVID-19 pandemic, lessons to learn from government action during the outbreak and more.
Economics, Trade & Development
China and Guyana: A special relationship years in the making
By Jared Ward /
Although the China-Guyana relationship has deep roots, Guyana’s government must safeguard its own interests against a potentially overwhelming Chinese presence.
Democracy & Elections
U.S. – Latin America foreign policy starts making its way into the 2020 presidential campaign
By Victoria Gaytan / VickyGO / MENU
Presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke just announced his immigration plan, factoring in a stronger partnership with Latin America to enhance regional security. Will other candidates follow suit?
Economics, Trade & Development
Donald Trump sets his sights on Brazil
By Nicolás Albertoni / N_Albertoni /
Trade-related negotiation benefits President Trump in two senses: legitimacy and compliance. After a successful renegotiation of NAFTA, look for him to turn to Brazil.
Economics, Trade & Development
From NAFTA to USMCA: Does a rose by any other name smell as sweet?
By Nicolás Albertoni, Sonum Patel and Madeline Zheng /
What’s in a name? In the case of the USMCA, some important, and much-needed upgrades to the 25-year old NAFTA. But as a negotiating strategy for future existing agreements it risks unpredictability.
China
Latin America and the emerging ideological struggle of the 21st Century
By Evan Ellis / REvanEllis /
Despite its claims to the contrary, in advancing its national interest China’s government is remaking the global world order, directly and indirectly. But can the U.S. defend that order?