U.S. President Donald Trump holds papers as he watches Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva speak on screen.
U.S. President Donald Trump holds papers as he watches Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva speak on screen.

UNGA Deals Latin America Some Surprises

From Trump’s “chemistry” with Lula to a U.S. bailout of Argentina.

A Colombian police helicopter takes part in security operations to the coca-growing municipality of Villagarzón, Colombia, on Sept. 5.
A Colombian police helicopter takes part in security operations to the coca-growing municipality of Villagarzón, Colombia, on Sept. 5.

The U.S.-Colombia Rift Widens

Trump added Bogotá to an anti-drug blacklist but stopped short of cutting aid.

Inside a courtroom, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, shown from behind, faces off with Brazilian Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is facing the camera. Moraes is wearing judicial robes and is seated at the center of a tribunal with colleagues on either side. A Brazilian flag and seal are behind Moraes.
Inside a courtroom, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, shown from behind, faces off with Brazilian Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is facing the camera. Moraes is wearing judicial robes and is seated at the center of a tribunal with colleagues on either side. A Brazilian flag and seal are behind Moraes.

Bolsonaro Convicted of Attempting Coup

The ruling is a watershed moment in Brazilian history—and one that could further upend relations with the United States.

Members of Venezuela’s Presidential Honor Guard walk past a mural with images of former President Hugo Chávez during a national recruitment campaign launched by President Nicolás Maduro’s government in Caracas on Aug. 30.
Members of Venezuela’s Presidential Honor Guard walk past a mural with images of former President Hugo Chávez during a national recruitment campaign launched by President Nicolás Maduro’s government in Caracas on Aug. 30.

Trump’s Caribbean Strike Polarizes Region

Venezuela’s frayed ties with old allies have left it isolated in responding to U.S. force.

Ecuadorian Vice President María José Pinto, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and Colombian President Gustavo Petro speak during the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization summit in Bogota on Aug. 22.
Ecuadorian Vice President María José Pinto, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and Colombian President Gustavo Petro speak during the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization summit in Bogota on Aug. 22.

Amazon Summit Shows Scant Progress

A meeting of rainforest countries offers a preview of COP30.

Christian Democratic Party candidate Rodrigo Paz celebrates with his supporters following the results of Bolivia’s first-round presidential election in La Paz on Aug. 17.
Christian Democratic Party candidate Rodrigo Paz celebrates with his supporters following the results of Bolivia’s first-round presidential election in La Paz on Aug. 17.

Bolivia Says ‘No MAS’

After two decades as a bastion of the left, the country is taking a right turn.

Laurent Saint-Cyr, the president of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council, attends the installation of the new acting director of the Haitian National Police in Port-au-Prince on Aug. 8.
Laurent Saint-Cyr, the president of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council, attends the installation of the new acting director of the Haitian National Police in Port-au-Prince on Aug. 8.

Haiti Taps New Interim Leader

The country avoided a gang-backed government takeover last week, but security remains tenuous.

U.S. President Donald Trump welcomes Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele to the White House in Washington on April 14.
U.S. President Donald Trump welcomes Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele to the White House in Washington on April 14.

El Salvador’s Latest Regression Met With Silence From Watchdog

The Organization of American States is experiencing a chilling effect under Trump.

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe appears on stage during the Concordia Annual Summit in New York on Sept. 20, 2022.
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe appears on stage during the Concordia Annual Summit in New York on Sept. 20, 2022.

Former Colombian Leader Is Convicted of Bribery

The landmark ruling provoked immediate criticism from the Trump administration.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wears a cap that reads "Brazil belongs to the Brazilians" in Linhares, Brazil, on July 11.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wears a cap that reads "Brazil belongs to the Brazilians" in Linhares, Brazil, on July 11.

U.S.-Brazil Feud Could Speed Up De-Dollarization

A popular Brazilian payment system is causing concerns in Washington.

Banners announcing the 2025 BRICS summit are seen near Rio de Janeiro’s Modern Art Museum, which will host the event, on July 3.
Banners announcing the 2025 BRICS summit are seen near Rio de Janeiro’s Modern Art Museum, which will host the event, on July 3.

BRICS Envoys Flock to Rio

At the bloc’s annual summit, Brazil hopes to focus on economic development rather than anti-Western antagonism.

COP30 President André Aranha Corrêa do Lago (right) speaks next to COP30 CEO Ana Toni during a press conference in Brasília, Brazil, on March 10.
COP30 President André Aranha Corrêa do Lago (right) speaks next to COP30 CEO Ana Toni during a press conference in Brasília, Brazil, on March 10.

U.N. Hosts Dress Rehearsal for COP30

The November climate summit in Brazil will be Lula’s biggest diplomatic test yet.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney greets Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum before a group photo during the G-7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada, on June 17.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney greets Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum before a group photo during the G-7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada, on June 17.

Sheinbaum Makes Her G-7 Debut

After years of disengagement on the global stage, Mexico’s new president is taking a different tack.

A view of Santiago, Chile, and the Andes Mountains, taken from the Metropolitan Park on July 2, 2024.
A view of Santiago, Chile, and the Andes Mountains, taken from the Metropolitan Park on July 2, 2024.

Where Does Latin America Stand in the Global AI Race?

Chile-backed model Latam-GPT plans to make its public debut in September.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum casts her vote at a polling station during Mexican judicial elections in Mexico City on June 1.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum casts her vote at a polling station during Mexican judicial elections in Mexico City on June 1.

The Aftermath of Mexico’s Judicial Elections

Sunday’s vote handed more influence to the ruling party—and shook investor confidence.

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