Analysis

Outlook for Energy in the Western Hemisphere

Latin America faces many challenges in developing its energy resources and providing clean, affordable and reliable energy. With presidential elections in Brazil, Mexico and Colombia next year, there is considerable uncertainty about future energy policy, as potential candidates in these countries have presented widely varying energy and economic policy platforms.

Sawyer Thomas, Sergio Martinez Cotto

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Brazil’s Election and Latin America’s Volatile Politics

On February 27, the Inter-American Dialogue partnered with Americas Quarterly (AQ) to host an event moderated by the Dialogue’s Michael Shifter with the participation of Brian Winter from AQ, Monica de Bolle from the Peterson Institute of International Economics, and Roberto Simon from FTI Consulting. This discussion drew from AQ’s January issue, Latin America First?, which explored underlying themes in the region’s election super-cycle. The speakers also addressed the political and economic circumstances facing Brazil’s presidential elections.

Martín Rodriguez Nuñez

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Pedro Castillo (center) won the most votes in the first round of Peru’s presidential election on Sunday.

Who Has the Edge Ahead of Peru’s June Runoff Vote?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ viewpoints on the results of the first round of presidential elections in Peru.

Cynthia McClintock, Jo-Marie Burt, Rocío Verástegui, Nicolás Saldías, Will Freeman

Latin America Advisor ˙

Haitian President Jovenel Moïse

Can Haiti Reverse Spiraling Violence and Kidnappings?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ viewpoints on the current situation in Haiti and the role of the international community.

Jacky Lumarque, Juan Gabriel Valdés, Georges Fauriol, Bocchit Edmond, Gabrielle Apollon, Boaz Anglade

Latin America Advisor ˙

Lula speaking

Uncertainty in Latin America: A Political Outlook

Michael Shifter, president of the Inter-American Dialogue, sits down with Latinvex to answer important questions as three major economies in Latin America – Brazil, Chile, and Colombia – approach presidential elections and other countries face crises and protests. 

Michael Shifter

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Photo of the National Palace in Guatemala City

Who Has the Edge in Guatemala’s Presidential Race?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ views on Guatemala’s upcoming presidential elections.

Regina Bateson, Donald J. Planty, Mike Allison, Joséphine Lechartre

Latin America Advisor ˙

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What Will Peña’s Presidency Bring to Paraguay?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ views on Paraguay’s presidential elections.

Cordula Tibi Weber, Brian Turner, Barbara Ganson, R. Andrew Nickson

Latin America Advisor ˙

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Who Is Best Positioned to Be Ecuador’s Next President?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ views on Ecuador’s presidential and legislative elections slated for August 20.

Will Freeman, José Hidalgo, Juan José Mantilla Sandoval, Gabriel Santelices Fierro

Latin America Advisor ˙

Photo of the Carondelet Palace.

Who Will Ecuador Choose as its Next President?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ views on Ecuador’s presidential and legislative elections slated for August 20.

Will Freeman, Marc Becker, Diego Andrés Almeida, Hernán Reyes Aguinaga, Gabriel Santelices Fierro, Alberto Acosta

Latin America Advisor ˙

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Who Has the Edge in Argentina’s Race for President?

A Latin America Advisor Q&A featuring experts’ views on the presidential elections in Argentina.

Juan Cruz Díaz, Kezia McKeague, Benjamin Gedan, Horacio Verbitsky, Mariano Machado, Carlos Fara

Latin America Advisor ˙