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Global Americans’ Commentary is a collection of essays and think pieces from thought leaders across the Americas. 

Our authors provide new and diverse perspectives on key trends, exposing our readers to fresh ideas regarding the biggest stories in the region. 

 

Democracy & Elections

How Will the U.S. Election Impact Latin America and the Caribbean? 

, September 18, 2024
While many Americans ponder what the November 2024 election will bring, they are hardly alone; Latin American and Caribbean countries are keenly interested in how ...

Democracy & Elections

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How Will the U.S. Election Impact Latin America and the Caribbean? 
, September 18, 2024
While many Americans ponder what the November 2024 election will bring, they are hardly alone; Latin American and Caribbean countries are keenly interested in how ...
Brazil’s Attempt to Control X: The Deterioration of the Liberal World Order
September 13, 2024
Elon Musk’s clash with the Lula government raises the issue of how to promote democracy and free speech in the new technological era.
Four Ways the U.S. Can Help Advance Haiti’s Progress
September 13, 2024
The U.S. can help build on Haiti's transitional milestones and pave a sustainable path out of Haiti’s long-running crises.

Human Rights

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Venezuela’s Election and a New Wave of Migration?
August 28, 2024 No Comments

Short of a political solution and an economic overhaul, largescale Venezuelan migration probably will continue to loom large over the Americas for years to come.

Economics

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Colombia is missing opportunities linked to India’s ascent
, July 30, 2024 No Comments

As India aims to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030 and actively seeks to strengthen its ties with Latin America, Colombia risks missing out on the opportunity to benefit from this partnership without a strategic approach.

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Environment

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Panama and the Crossfire of Local Environmentalism and the Global Energy Transition
December 22, 2023 No Comments

Cobre Panamá indicates that the process of extracting the critical materials is complicated, messy, and disruptive—for all parties involved.

Foreign Affairs

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Four Ways the U.S. Can Help Advance Haiti’s Progress
September 13, 2024 No Comments

The U.S. can help build on Haiti’s transitional milestones and pave a sustainable path out of Haiti’s long-running crises.

Security & the Rule of Law

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Ecuador’s Challenge: Security, Trade, and Growth
March 6, 2024
Ecuador is at an inflection point, poised to harness comparative advantages in mining, agriculture, and tourism as catalysts for sustainable economic growth. But these require ...
Carrots Without Sticks in Petro’s Total Peace Policy
, February 5, 2024
Petro’s Total Peace policy’s lackluster results stem from bad timing and a poor negotiation structure with insurgent and criminal groups.
Finding a New Way Forward for U.S.-El Salvador Relations
February 2, 2024
Nayib Bukele's imminent reelection represents an opportunity for the United States to find new—and politically viable—approaches to public security in the region.

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