Get background on the issues dominating the 2017 campaign trail and the presidential candidates leading the polls.
Explainers
Explainer: Chile's Top Election Issues and Candidates
Explainer: Colombia's 2018 Elections
The race to replace outgoing President Juan Manuel Santos is on, with candidates from across the spectrum.
Explainer: Cuba-Russia Ties Get a Tune-Up
With Venezuelan oil shipments down, Cuba’s former Soviet ally is providing a lifeline for the island’s ailing economy.
Explainer: A Look at NAFTA's Biggest Trade Disputes
Whether over tomatoes or timber, Canada, Mexico, and the United States have had their fair share of disagreements since the trade deal's 1994 implementation.
Explainer: Trade between Latin America and the European Union
The two regions trade more than $230 billion each year—a figure that could go up if the United States takes a protectionist turn.
Explainer: Venezuela's Oil and Military Ties with China and Russia
From crude to AK-47s, we map out Caracas’ bonds with Beijing and Moscow.
Explainer: Ecuador's 2017 Presidential Elections
For the first time in more than a decade, Rafael Correa will not be on the ballot. The first round takes place February 19.