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 fragile reserves—a lifeline coming just as Milei faces market turmoil, political setbacks and a corruption scandal close to home. With midterm elections set for the end of the month, the big question is whether this support can keep Milei’s project on track—or whether he’s already peaked. Our gue...

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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...

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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...

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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

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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