Is the Drug War Over?
The Obama administration, though not as progressive as many had hoped, has taken important steps in the right direction.
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The US & Central America’s Northern Tier
Organized crime, rampant corruption, and large scale violence have gravely stunted Central America’s economic and social development.
Colombia celebrates peace, and deserves it
The agreement signed yesterday by the government and the FARC is one of the few pieces of good news in a tumultuous world. It is a historic achievement for Colombia, one that should be celebrated and recognized for putting to end to an armed conflict that has plagued the country for more than half a century.
Can Santos Make Peace in Colombia?
Colombians savored a few moments of civility when they reelected President Juan Manuel Santos to a second four-year term.
Will the New US Aid Plan for Central America Be Successful?
Will Central American governments spend the money effectively? Do the countries in the isthmus have a good plan to fight the drug cartels?
Drug Policy at the Summit of the Americas
The VI Summit of the Americas could spark a more serious and mature debate on drug policy.
A Time for Action
Latin America inequality gap, economic integration, and infrastructure and education systems were among the issues spotlighted at the XVII Annual CAF Conference.
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Security and Human Rights in Honduras
Honduras is in the midst of a security crisis, with alarming levels of official corruption and the world’s highest homicide rate.
Has the United States Failed to Adequately Fight Illegal Drugs?
Is growing violence in Mexico and elsewhere in Latin America a sign of failures in drug policy? Has the Obama administration made any significant change in anti-drug efforts? What policies should it be pursuing?
Pressing Issues in Central America and Mexico
On February 28, 2014, the Inter-American Dialogue organized a Capitol Hill conference on pressing issues in Central America and Mexico.
Official: Funding Issues Critical to US Security Programs
Focusing on transnational crime is a top priority of the Obama administration’s policy in Latin America.
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Shifter: Good News for Former President Álvaro Uribe
Michael Shifter gives live analysis on France24 as results begin to show that the No vote will win in Colombia’s peace referendum
The Human Rights Situation in Mexico
Since the outbreak of the drug war, Ciudad Juárez has been plagued by unfathomable levels of violence and corruption, leading to thousands of human rights violations.
Shifter: “Washington entiende que hay que acompañar a Colombia en el proceso que queda por delante.”
Michael Shifter comenta desde Cartagena sus impresiones sobre este proceso y lo que está por venir.
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Congressional Testimony: Terrorist Groups in Latin America
Latin America has undergone a dramatic transformation. Most changes have been positive; however, criminality has spread in many countries.