Iran’s Influence Waning in Latin America, State Department Says
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Joshua Goodman
It’s a shame attention to Latin America is driven by Iran’s infiltration and not by the many diplomatic initiatives the U.S. engages with the region, comments AS/COA’s Christopher Sabatini.
Are Chances Improving for Better Business Ties With Cuba?
AS/COA’s Christopher Sabatini suggests that diplomatic efforts between U.S. and Cuba should focus on finding a "genuine mutual interest that transcends history and ideology."
Good Question: Why Does Snowden Seek Ecuador?
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Heather Brown
AS/COA’s Christopher Sabatini explains why President Rafael Correa may have been a factor in Snowden's decision to seek asylum in Ecuador.
For Edward Snowden, Why Ecuador?
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Joshua Norman
Rafael Correa’s plan to provide refuge to Edward Snowden symbolizes a chance to show his anti-imperialist and populist leadership in the region and globally, affirms AS/COA’s Christopher Sabatini.
OAS General Assembly: More than Just the Drug Policy Agenda
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Nic Wirtz
Though some countries had to manage expectations for greater consensus on drug policy, the three-day General Assembly provided important progress on other issues.
President Xi and the Americas
Presidents Xi Jinping and Barack Obama’s summit could make a “lasting contribution to the regional debate” regarding commercial, security, and cyber threats, writes COA's Eric Farnsworth for China-U.S. Focus.