Seize the money of Venezuelan kleptocrats to help the country and its people
The world should look to the graft-lined pocketbooks of the Venezuelan officials who created the crisis.
Analysis
Venezuela on the Brink
Michael Camilleri discusses the many implications of Juan Guaidó’s rise to power in Venezuela.
Can Venezuela Have a Peaceful Transition?
The country’s opposition has gained new momentum, but it’s the military that will decide the fate of Nicolás Maduro’s presidency.
The Path to Stability in Venezuela is Narrow Indeed
Juan Guaidó’s proclamation that he is interim president of Venezuela, which has won the full support of the United States and other countries, opens a new phase in the long crisis of that Latin American nation. For the first time in years, dictator Nicolás Maduro is on the defensive, and Venezuelans are hopeful that change is possible. But it would be naïve to think this means the end of the chavista regime.
Nicaragua in 2019: Time for Change?
Six trends and one consideration regarding political change for a regime that is unsustainable over the long term.
Who will save Brazil’s democracy if Jair Bolsonaro tries to destroy it?
Bolsonaro’s authoritarian rhetoric was hotly debated during the presidential campaign. His supporters embraced his brash promises to bring law and order to a country beset by crime, corruption and economic struggles. His opponents feared a resurgence of military rule or the emergence of a Duterte-style police state.
Brazil Was a Global Leader on Climate Change. Now It’s a Threat.
Brazil should build on its impressive efforts in renewable energy, clean transport, and deforestation reduction. But as President Jair Bolsonaro assumes power, one of the world’s largest economies is on the verge of relinquishing its role as an environmental leader and retreating from the fight against climate change.
The United States and Mexico: Partnership Tested
Few neighbors have such deep and wide-ranging ties as the United States and Mexico. Both countries are bound not only by geography, but also through economic, security and social connections. Despite these strong connections—or perhaps because of them—the bilateral relationship is subject to strong pressures coming from domestic politics in both countries.
The Trump Effect in Latin America
Over a year ago, as Donald Trump was on one of his tirades full of insults and falsehoods – to which most Americans have, sadly, now become accustomed – I asked an Argentine friend if he had ever heard such aggressive rhetoric from a president before. “Sure I have,” he responded, “but never in English.”
Why Electric Vehicles Are Gathering Speed in Latin America
Electric mobility would bring a host of benefits to Latin America. Countries like Chile are taking the lead in adopting electric buses and promoting private use of electric vehicles. Yet hefty price tags and a lack of charging infrastructure are among the barriers that must be surmounted for widespread uptake in the region.
Member in the News: Tom Shannon
Venerated U.S. Ambassador Thomas Shannon retired in February 2018 after an almost 35-year career at the State Department.
Remittance Flows from the US to Mexico at the State Level: Drivers and Trends
While Mexican emigration has been declining for the past decade, Mexico continues to be among the top recipients of family remittances worldwide, with growth rates averaging 5% since 2010.
George H.W. Bush: Ambitious Agenda for the Americas
In Latin America, Bush will be most remembered for his trade initiatives. These were his most consequential and enduring contributions to Inter-American relations.
The G20 in Buenos Aires Will Disappoint–But Not All Is Lost
In the annual meeting of the world’s largest economies, which starts on Friday in Argentina, it seemed that Latin America and its most pressing concerns – such as the crisis in Venezuela – would be the priorities. However, it is now clear that the current complex global dynamic will dominate.
Remittances, Migration and Development in Nicaragua
The current and sustained political instability in Nicaragua paints a worrisome picture. As a result, migration to Costa Rica, and likely to other countries, has grown significantly.