2019 Latin American political landscape: The good, the bad, and the ugly
The 2018 elections in Mexico and Brazil turned on its head the investment norm driving Latin America’s two largest economies.
While in Argentina for the G20, Trump should spare some attention for South America
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the G20 meetings in Buenos Aires. This will be his first visit to Latin America. Despite a series of crises of global proportion, this is still relevant.
What difference will the mid-terms make on U.S.-Latin America policy?
The new Democratic majority in the House will likely elevate a well-known, moderate Latin America advocate to chair the Foreign Relations Committee and provide a balance to the administration’s possible bro-mance with Bolsonaro.
Donald Trump sets his sights on Brazil
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.
Tariffs on steel and aluminum imports are a further blow to Western Hemisphere relations
The U.S.’s regional economic partners, which supply more than 40% of its steel imports and a majority of its aluminum imports, will be some of the most harmed by President Trump’s tariffs—and could do some serious damage to U.S. exports if they choose.
What Pakistan can teach Latin America about Chinese finance
While Pakistan might not seem like a natural comparison for Latin America, one notable similarity exists: massive Chinese lending.
Latin American economic integration in the context of protectionism
Medium and small economies in Latin America are especially vulnerable to a global trade war. But if Latin American countries can better integrate and harmonize their preferential trade agreements they will be in a better position.
China, the U.S., and Latin America: Who’s trading more openly?
U.S. economic standing in Latin America continues to weaken, while China’s increases. Data sheds light on the drastically different trade approaches driving the trend.
Thinking strategically about China and the U.S. in Latin America: A riposte to Evan Ellis
Fear mongering about China’s intentions in Latin America is misguided. The Chinese government is focused on better economic ties and development cooperation.
Chile, the Trans Pacific Partnership’s unlikely savior
The Andean country, a proponent of free trade but often a reluctant diplomatic leader, has taken a surprising outsized role in furthering economic integration between Latin America and the Asia Pacific region.