Primary elections in Argentina…oxygen for Maduro?

Following the PASO results, a possible return of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner to power could be the oxygen Maduro needs to perpetuate his dictatorship. But unlike the Chávez-Kirchner alliance of the 2000s, today’s context is very different.

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China’s people-to-people diplomacy

China’s efforts to increase its global influence are no surprise. But the devil’s in the details, in how and with whom it seeks to strengthen ties—in this case, with Mexican government officials.

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The surprising UN Report on Venezuela

The anticipated UN report on the situation in Venezuela released on July is roundly critical of Nicolás Maduro regime. How it will shape negotiations and international pressure though remains an open question.

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