Lula’s policy is an attempt to exert influence over Brazil’s neighbor, but the recent past suggests this may have limited effect.
Americas Quarterly
Halfway through President Gustavo Petro’s term, divisions over critical issues have strained the alliance.
President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum is AMLO’s preferred successor. But history shows the “dedazo” doesn’t always translate to power behind the scenes.
Protests, mass detentions and intimidation marked the first week after the presidential vote. Although complex, pathways to a democratic transition still exist.
The president is pursuing signature reforms as time runs short and problems mount.
Venezuela’s dictator doubles down on fraud and repression, leaving a narrow and highly dangerous path ahead, writes Brian Winter in Americas Quarterly.
Government-controlled electoral authorities claim Maduro won, while the opposition rejected the official count.