Dorotea López Giral, director of the Institute of International Studies at the Universidad de Chile in Santiago: “The recent election of President Donald Trump and his approach to multilateral institutions create a new landscape for the upcoming G20 meeting. This summit represents a crucial platform for Latin America to reclaim its place in the global dialogue surrounding investment, cooperation and development, given its historical underrepresentation among middle-income nations. There is a growing advocacy from regional civil society for equitable and progressive policies on climate change, energy transition, the digital economy and the regulation of artificial intelligence. Brazil faces a significant responsibility: to ensure the summit’s success while bringing the region’s priorities to the forefront. President Lula stands out for the introduction of a wealth tax aimed at generating resources to effectively combat hunger. This initiative, supported by ECLAC, invites critical dialogue…”