Con Trump, el narcotráfico seguirá siendo la primera preocupación
Michael Shifter, presidente Diálogo Interamericano, habló son Semana.com sobre lo que puede esperar Colombia, y la región, del impredecible presidente electo de Estados Unidos.
Analysis
Internet-Based Transfers: Current Landscape
Internet-based products have grown substantially in recent years, and constitute an important source of innovation for the remittance industry. Although these products present important opportunities for businesses and consumers, the low rate of penetration merits further discussion and analysis. The article concludes that perhaps the issue is still more structural, that the ecosystem of payment services is performing unevenly, partly due to poor financial access among clients and merchants.
Interviews with Migrants in DC
A profile of Latin American and Caribbean migrants living in the Washington, DC metro area.
2011 Program Report
We are pleased to present this report, highlighting our contributions to the policy debates that defined 2011.
Trump deixa de usar período pós-vitória para curar feridas dos EUA e aumenta divisões
As feridas de uma das eleições mais acirradas da História recente dos Estados Unidos parecem continuar abertas: os americanos chegam mais divididos do que nunca à posse de Donald Trump, em 19 dias. Apesar do primeiro discurso do magnata ter sido de unificação, o período de transição foi marcado por polêmicas, enfrentamentos e radicalismo que, em alguns casos, pioraram o clima no país.
Priorities for the Next U.S. Administration
Whatever policies he pursues, the election of Trump is likely to sour relations with virtually every country in Latin America. Normal ties will be virtually impossible with a U.S. president who has so intensely insulted the region and its people.
How Will Trump Change U.S. Immigration Policy?
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump kicked off his candidacy a year and a half ago by condemning illegal immigration from Mexico to the United States. How likely is it that Trump will be able to achieve what he has promised with regard to Mexico and immigration policy during his campaign?
Chinese Mining Activity in Latin America
China has rapidly emerged as the world’s leading consumer and importer of minerals.
A Conversation with Colombia’s Minister of Defense
In 2015, Colombia enters a critical phase in the effort undertaken by President Santos to end the country’s longstanding armed conflict.
President of Chile: The Americas Are Stronger Together
The Americas as a whole have much to gain from partnership rather than confrontation or mutual neglect.
¿En qué consiste el nuevo diseño político de Obama hacia Cuba?
La visita del presidente Barack Obama a Cuba refleja y propone una nueva manera de formular y ejecutar la política de los Estados Unidos hacia Cuba.
Maestros de escuelas básicas en América Latina
Este libro recoge un conjunto de estudios preparados en el marco de las actividades del Grupo de Trabajo sobre Desarrollo Profesional Docente del Programa de Promoción de la Reforma Educativa en América Latina y el Caribe (PREAL). En su conjunto, dan cuenta de las características personales y profesionales de los maestros…
Bolivia’s Morales Contains Corruption Fallout
After a string of corruption scandals, President Evo Morales’ party lost dramatically in regional elections in Bolivia last week.
Is Ecuador’s Ruling Party Likely to Hold the Presidency?
Ecuador’s ruling party, the Alianza Pais, selected former Vice President Lenín Moreno as its candidate for the upcoming presidential election in February. Four months ahead of the election, how likely is it that voters will choose another Alianza Pais president, and who are the likeliest opposition figures to face him?
Where Is the Drug Policy Debate Headed?
How will measures in Colorado and Washington affect the federal government’s relationship with Mexico in the ongoing fight against drug cartels?