Latin America Reacts to Invasion of Ukraine
Following the invasion, the Caribbean Community, Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay condemned Russia’s attacks on the Ukrainian people. Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Panama called for the immediate cessation of hostilities but did not directly condemn Russia.
Soft Power, Confucius Institutes, and Latin America and the Caribbean
Trade, loans, and investment have been the instruments of choice for Chinese strategists in the region. But people-to-people ties are increasingly important as well. For this, Confucius Institutes (CIs) are a key strategic tool.
Castillo’s Cabinet Falters, but Peru’s Geopolitical Needs Remain Constant
The Castillo government becomes less chaotic when viewed in the context of Peru’s geopolitical needs and constraints.
Honduran police arrest former President Hernández
On Tuesday, Honduran authorities arrested former President Juan Orlando Hernández after receiving an extradition request from the U.S. Department of Justice.
Good Governance, the Best Play for Guyana
Guyana can be a prominent player in the Latin America and Caribbean region only if it relies on good governance, not just abundant cash and oil resources, to achieve progress.
The Emerging Gang State in El Salvador
El Salvador today is emerging as a new version of the narco-state: a gang state, in which organized crime and authoritarian rule go hand-in-hand.
Alberto Fernández’s Magical Odyssey to Russia and China
President Alberto Fernández’s state visit to Russia and the People’s Republic of China (PRC) this month was tragic for Argentina—its national interests, its reputation as a democratic voice in the region, and moderates within Peronism who sincerely believe in the government as a tool for social justice and progress.
Costa Rica Holds Elections
Last Sunday, Costa Rica held general elections to choose its next president and 57 members of the unicameral Legislative Assembly.
Will Guyana become the next United Arab Emirates? Only time will tell.
It is important to ensure that oil funds create a diversified, free-market economy that is not dependent on oil and gas. Guyana should look no further than the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to learn how to do this.
Colombia’s Dilemma: Produce or Buy Copper?
Will Colombia seize the moment and produce copper, or will it stand idly by and buy it at market prices later?