Bukelismo Rising: Security Versus Freedom In Latin America

Bukelismo Rising: Security Versus Freedom In Latin America

El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele's hard-line security policies have contributed to a decline in homicides and extortion in El Salvador, but at a very high cost to human rights and democratic freedoms. Despite that, many in the region see this as a model to emulate and are vowing to implement similar policies. Is Bukelismo the wave of the future throughout the region? How should those who disagree with Bukele's strategy react and provide an antidote within the boundaries of the rule of law? Tamara T...

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Risks and Strengths of Latin America’s Economies in 2026

Risks and Strengths of Latin America’s Economies in 2026

Despite trade tensions and political uncertainty, 2025 was not a bad year for Latin America's economies, with growth of around 2.4 percent, broadly in line with post-pandemic trends. In this episode w...

16 Joulu 202532min

What the Trump Doctrine Means for Latin America

What the Trump Doctrine Means for Latin America

2025 has been an extraordinarily active year for U.S. policy in Latin America. With the release of President Donald Trump’s new National Security Strategy, which places the Western Hemisphere first an...

11 Joulu 202530min

A New Rightward Wave in Latin America?

A New Rightward Wave in Latin America?

Right-wing candidates are gaining victories across Latin America. Chile will likely turn right in the upcoming second round of elections, Javier Milei made legislative gains in Argentina and in Bolivi...

25 Marras 202535min

A Right Turn in Chile?

A Right Turn in Chile?

Chileans head to the polls this Sunday, November 16. In the last election cycle, Gabriel Boric won following the massive 2019 protests that shook the nation to its core. At the time, it seemed Chile w...

13 Marras 202531min

Understanding Trump’s Military Buildup in Latin America 

Understanding Trump’s Military Buildup in Latin America 

The recent deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford, the U.S. Navy’s largest aircraft carrier, has intensified speculation about Washington’s true objectives in the Southern Caribbean. In this episode of ...

30 Loka 202534min

Claudia Sheinbaum's First Year  

Claudia Sheinbaum's First Year  

Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum has hit the one-year mark of her presidency. In that time she has had to balance three key relationships: with President Donald Trump, with her still-powerful predecessor An...

16 Loka 202531min

Argentina: A Potential Lifeline for Javier Milei

Argentina: A Potential Lifeline for Javier Milei

Argentina’s President Javier Milei just got a much-needed boost from his ally, U.S. President Donald Trump. The White House has signaled plans for a $20 billion swap line to contribute to Argentina’s ...

2 Loka 202532min

How Crime Is Affecting Latin American Politics

How Crime Is Affecting Latin American Politics

Latin America is entering a packed election season, with Bolivia, Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia, Peru and Brazil all set to elect presidents in the next 13 months. This is happening just as organized cr...

18 Syys 202531min

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