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From tariff turbulence to a capture in Caracas, Trump 2.0 sharpened Washington's focus on the region.

Get a summary his first year's regional policy and what's next: www.as-coa.org/articles/one...
One Year in, Trump's Impact on Latin America and What's Next
From tariff turbulence to a capture in Caracas, Trump 2.0 sharpened Washington's focus on the region. What were major 2025 events? What’s on the horizon?
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January 15, 2026 at 9:49 PM
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🎙NEW #LatAmFocus: What's on the Table for Brazil’s Security Issues ahead of 2026 Elections?

@muggah.bsky.social of the Igarapé Institute discusses the evolving criminal landscape and puts forward evidence-based solutions to violence.

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LatAm in Focus: What's on the Table for Brazil's Security Issues ahead of 2026 Elections?
The Igarapé Institute’s Robert Muggah discusses the evolution of criminal activity, as well as evidence-based solutions to violence.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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The U.S. operation to oust Nicolás Maduro came amid a months-long accumulation of military assets in the Americas and ongoing lethal strikes on alleged drug boats.

AS/COA Online traces a timeline of the developments leading up to Maduro's capture: ow.ly/bkXB50XTbpT
Timeline: U.S. Military Ramp-Up in the Caribbean Culminates in Capture of Maduro
The ouster of the Venezuelan strongman came amid an accumulation of military assets in the region and ongoing fatal strikes on alleged drug boats.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:32 PM
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How have regional and global actors respond to the January 3 U.S. operation in Venezuela?

AS/COA Online rounds up the range of reactions: www.as-coa.org/articles/rea...
Reactions to the U.S. Operation in Venezuela, from Latin America and Beyond
How did regional and global actors respond to the January 3 events? AS/COA Online rounds up the range of reactions.
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January 5, 2026 at 8:22 PM
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Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Haiti, and Peru all plan to elect presidents in 2026.

Learn about candidates and issues in each country in AS/COA Online’s elections preview: www.as-coa.org/articles/202...
2026 Presidential Elections in Latin America: A Preview
Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Haiti, and Peru plan to elect presidents in 2026. Learn about candidates and issues in each country.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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NEW #LatAmFocus: Andrés Velasco on How Latin America Can Reboot Its Economic Rules

The Chilean ex-finance minister and current dean of @lsepublicpolicy.bsky.social presents new economic principles for a 21st century approach to foster both growth and well-being.

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LatAm in Focus: Andrés Velasco on How Latin America Can Reboot Its Economic Rules
The former Chilean finance minister presents new economic principles for a twenty-first century approach.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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AS/COA extends a heartfelt congratulations to María Corina Machado on receiving the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. This distinguished honor underscores her exceptional bravery, dedication to democratic ideals, and relentless defense of the rights and dignity of the Venezuelan people.
December 10, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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NEW Poll Tracker: Chile's 2025 Presidential Runoff 🇨🇱

Leftist Jeannette Jara won the first round, but her right-wing opponent, José Antonio Kast, leads polls in the race to succeed Gabriel Boric.

See full polling: www.as-coa.org/articles/pol...
Poll Tracker: Chile's 2025 Presidential Runoff
Leftist Jeannette Jara won the first round, but her right-wing opponent, José Antonio Kast, leads polls in the race to succeed Gabriel Boric.
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December 3, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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Our team is growing in Washington, DC!

Join us at Council of the Americas and help execute high-impact policy programs focused on the Western Hemisphere while cultivating key stakeholder relationships.

Director: www.as-coa.org/content/dire...
Manager: www.as-coa.org/content/mana...
December 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Two days after Honduras’ Nov. 30 election, a thin margin separates Trump-endorsed Tito Asfura of the National Party and the Liberals’ Salvador Nasralla in a partial preliminary vote count.

Learn more about the post-election panorama: ow.ly/u1QF50XB1a1
Hondurans Await Result of a Presidential Election Locked in a Dead Heat
A thin margin separates Trump-endorsed Tito Asfura of the National Party and Salvador Nasralla of the Liberals in a partial preliminary vote count.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Fears of electoral fraud and voter concerns about jobs and insecurity loom over Honduras’ Nov. 30 elections.

AS/COA Online outlines the political landscape, key electoral issues, and platforms of the major presidential candidates.

Learn more: ow.ly/UFle50Xx7ZJ
Explainer: Honduras' 2025 General Elections
Fears of electoral fraud and voter concerns about jobs and insecurity loom over a three-way contest for the presidency.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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The results of the November 16 Chilean first-round election will see the left's Jeannette Jara and the right's José Antonio Kast head to a December runoff.

See a breakdown of results, runoff polling, the incoming congressional composition, and more: www.as-coa.org/articles/chi...
Chile's Presidential Vote in Charts: The Left's Jara and the Right's Kast Head to a Runoff
See results of the November 16 contest, including the congressional panorama. Plus, what can we glean from polling for the December 12 runoff?
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November 17, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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On November 13, the White House announced frameworks for trade deals with four countries: Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Guatemala.

The full deals are expected in the next few weeks.

Learn more in our trade tracker: www.as-coa.org/articles/tra...
Tracking Trump and Latin America: Trade—Deals Unveiled for Four LatAm Countries
What does the U.S. president's “America First” trade policy mean for the region? AS/COA is monitoring the new administration's approach.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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New #LatAmFocus: Can Rodrigo Paz Unearth Bolivia’s Lithium Potential?

Texas A&M’s Diego von Vacano talks to ASCOA’s @carinzissis.bsky.social about the history of political and economic obstacles stifling the sector and outlines the path ahead for the new president.

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LatAm in Focus: Can Rodrigo Paz Unearth Bolivia's Lithium Potential?
Texas A&M's Diego von Vacano traces a history of political and economic obstacles stifling the sector and outlines the path ahead for the new president.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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NEW Explainer: Chile's 2025 General Elections 🇨🇱

In the November 16 first round, will Chileans pick a successor to President Gabriel Boric who will shift the country’s ideological direction?

Learn more: www.as-coa.org/articles/exp...
Explainer: Chile's 2025 General Elections
In the November 16 first round, will Chileans pick a successor to President Gabriel Boric who will shift the country’s ideological direction?
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November 10, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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On Oct. 31, COA hosted Rafael Grossi, Director General of the @iaeaorg.bsky.social, for a breakfast with our corporate members. He provided insights into the evolving geopolitical dynamics influencing international cooperation among various stakeholders.

Thank you for joining us, Dr. Grossi!
November 5, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Since September, the U.S. has carried out a series of fatal airstrikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean and assembled its largest military deployment in Latin America in decades, heightening tensions with Venezuela.

AS/COA Online traces a timeline of developments: ow.ly/iRSO50XlfCp
Timeline: U.S. Military Ramp-Up in the Caribbean Raises Tensions with Venezuela
A build-up of military assets in the region and a series of fatal strikes on alleged drug boats enflame relations between Washington and Caracas.
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October 31, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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On Oct. 28, COA hosted Uruguay’s Minister of Industry, Energy, and Mining Fernanda Cardona, alongside a delegation from the Chamber of Uruguayan IT Companies.

The meeting highlighted Uruguay's leadership in renewable energy and its growing role as a regional innovation and technology hub.
October 29, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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NEW: What to Expect from Argentina's Economic Reforms after Milei's Midterm Success

Once hampered by his party’s small congressional bench, Milei may now press for labor and tax reforms as well as a fresh budget. www.as-coa.org/articles/wha...
What to Expect from Argentina's Economic Reforms after Milei's Midterm Success
Once hampered by his party’s small congressional bench, Milei may now press for labor and tax reforms as well as a fresh budget.
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October 28, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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Hondurans will vote on Nov. 30 in a single-round election for their next president as well as all congressmembers, mayors, and municipal councilors.

Polls show a three-way presidential race with no clear frontrunner amid concerns about jobs and corruption.

See the numbers: ow.ly/IOpI50XiG0h
Poll Tracker: Honduras' 2025 Presidential Election
Voters will choose their next president November 30 in a single-round vote. Polls indicate a three-way race.
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October 27, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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On Oct. 19, Rodrigo Paz won Bolivia’s first-ever presidential runoff election, ending 20 years of MAS dominance.

In five charts, AS/COA Online explores Paz’s victory, MAS’ decline, and the economic challenges ahead.

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Rodrigo Paz Wins: Bolivia's Electoral Context in Five Charts
Paz won over disillusioned voters in the October runoff but faces a challenging economic scenario when he takes the reins in November.
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October 20, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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In a unanimous vote in the early hours of October 10, Peru’s congress voted to oust President Dina Boluarte. Amid an insecurity crisis, and just six months ahead of general elections, the country installed its seventh leader in nine years.

Learn more: ow.ly/6Ivz50Xa5xH
Peru's Congress Impeaches Dina Boluarte, Installs José Jerí as Interim President
Amid an insecurity crisis, Boluarte becomes the latest in a succession of Peruvian leaders to be expelled from the executive office after a unanimous vote.
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October 10, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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Are you a video and digital whiz with a passion for Latin America and the Caribbean?

AS/COA Online is looking for a digital content associate to work in our New York office.

Learn more: www.as-coa.org/content/digi...
October 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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On Oct. 19, dark-horse contender Rodrigo Paz faces off against ex-President Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga in an election ending two decades of MAS power.

AS/COA Online compares the candidates in Bolivia’s first-ever presidential runoff.

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Bolivia's 2025 Presidential Runoff: Comparing the Candidates
Surprise finalist Rodrigo Paz faces off against ex-President Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga in an election ending two decades of MAS power.
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October 8, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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🇧🇴 On October 19, Bolivians will vote in the first presidential runoff in their country’s history.

Both candidates represent a rupture from 20 years of MAS governance.

See the polls: www.as-coa.org/articles/pol...
Poll Tracker: Bolivia's 2025 Presidential Runoff
Either candidate—Rodrigo Paz or Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga—would mark an end to two decades of governance by the MAS.
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October 6, 2025 at 9:24 PM