Weekly Chart: Military Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean
Most countries cut spending in 2016, with Venezuela leading the pack.
Security & Defense
Why a 'Great Wall' Won't Stop the Cross-Border Gun Trade
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Robert Muggah, Topher McDougal
Legal gun sales – and black market forces – keep arms flowing across the U.S.-Mexico border.
Weekly Chart: Where Does Latin America Stand on Marijuana Legalization?
As Uruguay prepares to sell the drug in local pharmacies, here’s where the rest of the region stands.
LatAm in Focus: What's Happening with Colombia's FARC Peace Process?
Listen: Virginia Bouvier of the U.S. Institute of Peace talks about how everything from elections to the weather is affecting Colombia’s landmark deal with the guerrillas.
LatAm in Focus: What's Happening with Colombia's FARC Peace Process?
Listen: Virginia Bouvier of the U.S. Institute of Peace talks about how everything...
Targeting “Hot Spots” Could Drastically Reduce Latin America’s Murder Rate
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Robert Muggah, Katherine Aguirre, Spencer Chainey
Focusing on the cities, neighborhoods – even streets – where crime recurs doesn't just displace violence. A special report from the Igarapé Institute.
Three Top Challenges for Brazil’s Next Foreign Minister
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Oliver Stuenkel
With just 18 months left in President Michel Temer’s term, Brazil’s next foreign minister will face an uphill battle.
