An Argentine Lava Jato? Don’t Hold Your Breath.
There are reasons to believe that Argentina’s “notebooks scandal” will not be as far-reaching as its Brazilian counterpart.
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The Many Faces of Venezuelan Migration: Challenges and Solutions
On August 1, the Inter-American Dialogue partnered with Visión Democrática to host an event on “The Many Faces of Venezuelan Migration: Challenges and Solutions.” The panelists discussed the status and features of the Venezuelan migrant crisis, particularly across the Colombian border, and the accelerated growth of the Venezuelan diaspora over the past few years.
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Corruption in Honduras: Can MACCIH Make a Dent?
On July 31, the Inter-American Dialogue partnered with the Washington Office on Latin America and the Center for Latin American and Latino Studies at American University to host an event titled “Corruption in Honduras: Can MACCIH Make a Dent?” The conversation analyzed how effective the mission has been in its fight against corruption.
Will Cuba’s New Constitution Bring Major Changes?
Cuba’s draft constitution recognizes private property and creates a prime minister position. But would it bring true change?
In Pursuit of Global Know-how: China’s New Area Studies Policy
China’s push to foster area studies development within the nation’s top educational institutions aims to better understand Latin America and the world.
¿Podrá AMLO restablecer la paz y la seguridad en México?
La tasa de homicidos en México aumentó un 16 por ciento en la primera mitad del 2018. ¿Podrá AMLO restablecer la paz?
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Aumenta el éxodo de nicaragüenses por la crisis interna
Manuel Orozco comenta en CNN sobre la crisis en Nicaragua y sus efectos en la emigración nicaragüense.
Will AMLO Be Able to Bring Peace and Security to Mexico?
Will President-elect Andrés Manuel López Obrador be able to curb Mexico’s growing insecurity?
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¿Cómo afectarían al envío de remesas los cambios migratorios de Donald Trump?
Con los cambios de la política migratoria de Estados Unidos, se cuestiona el impacto que la finalización del Estatus de Protección Temporal tendrá sobre los países que envían remesas a sus países de origen. Manuel Orozco comenta para CNN sobre el impacto en Honduras, Nicaragua y El Salvador.
What Will It Take for Latin America to Pick Up Growth?
The IMF lowered its economic growth forecast for the region in July. Will the economy worsen this year, or will there be a turnaround?
Niños migrantes separados de sus padres: “El grave impacto de una política improvisada”
Este jueves concluyó el plazo dado por el juez federal Dana Sabraw para reunir a las familias separadas entre el 5 de mayo y el 9 de junio de 2018, tras cruzar la frontera sur de Estados Unidos. La política de “cero tolerancia” de Trump llevó a la separación de 2.342 pequeños de sus padres. Laura Porras comenta sobre los resultados de esta política y la situación actual.
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A presionar por una solución en Nicaragua
En esta entrevista con Caracol Radio, Michael Shifter comenta sobre la grave situación de orden público en Nicaragua. Dice que la represión por parte del gobierno de Daniel ortega es evidente, incluso con la participación de organizaciones paramilitares. Llama a que la comunidad internacional presione una salida pacífica que detenga las muertes violentas.
Can Mexico Run on Clean Energy?
President-elect Andrés Manuel López Obrador can capitalize on Mexico’s enormous renewable energy potential and make Mexico a leader in the fight against climate change. Although his platform offers some promising proposals, he will have to maneuver through several major obstacles.
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U.S. condemns ‘Ortega regime’ amid deadly protests in Nicaragua
Last week, Nicaragua marked the 39th anniversary of the end of the Somoza dictatorship amidst violent protests that have taken the lives of more than 300 people. Manuel Orozco talked with CBS News about Ortega’s regime and the need for a democratic solution.
Would a Trade Deal With China Benefit Panama?
Panama and China began negotiations for a free trade agreement on July 9. What benefits would a deal bring?