South America’s Last Technocrat Standing
Paraguay offers a test of whether technocratic governance can work in South America today.
Robert Carlson
February 26, 2026
Preserving the Momentum: Building on Paraguay’s Investment Grade Ratings
With the right mix of reforms and political will, Paraguay can continue to build on past successful efforts to modernize its economy and also consolidate its investment-grade status, paving the way for a more inclusive, resilient, and competitive economy.
U.S.-Paraguay Working Group
February 26, 2026
Peru’s Political Crisis and the Rising Scrutiny of China’s Influence
Beneath the headlines lies a deeper issue that is clearly demonstrated by Jerí’s ouster: China’s presence and influence in Peru is structural and carries immense strategic and reputational risks that can have consequences at the highest levels.
Diego Area
February 19, 2026
Global Americans and CAF Launch U.S.-Paraguay Working Group to Advance Bilateral Collaboration
Global Americans has announced the launch of their U.S.-Paraguay Working Group, part of an initiative to deepen cooperation between the United States and middle income countries in Latin America.
Global Americans Staff
November 21, 2025
Hacia una Nueva Etapa en la Relación Económica entre Paraguay y Estados Unidos
La relación entre Paraguay y Estados Unidos, basada en valores compartidos como la democracia y la libertad económica, enfrenta el desafío de transformarse en resultados concretos. Los dos países deben avanzar hacia una nueva etapa de cooperación económica y empresarial, impulsada por la diplomacia privada y el liderazgo conjunto del sector público y privado.
Sebastián Acha
November 13, 2025
Argentina’s Javier Milei: Canary or Phoenix?
This Sunday legislative elections will make or break Milei’s program. If LLA and its allies do not obtain enough seats to be a “blocking minority” or 33% of the deputies, it will be difficult to pursue Milei’s program as envisioned. In this scenario, confidence would likely plunge, and Milei’s plan will join the list of failed attempts to fix the economy of Argentina.
Jorge Mariscal
October 24, 2025
Chile’s Presidential Election: What to Expect on November 16
Security, migration, and growth are voter priorities, and the factors that could determine a winner are still in flux.
Victoria Flowerree
October 17, 2025
Ecuador and the New Pacific Trade Arc
Ecuador’s diversified export profile and relationships with the EU, U.S. and China can be solidified with strategic policy implementation.
Chiara Perotti Correa
September 4, 2025
Bolivia Heads Toward Elections That Could Mark the End of MAS Rule
The August 17 elections will set the trajectory for the country’s economy and political landscape.
Raúl Peñaranda U.
August 7, 2025
Trump 2.0: U.S. Strategy at a Crossroads in Latin America
Unless the administration delivers concrete economic benefits to willing partners and admirers like Argentina and El Salvador, U.S. influence in the region will remain fragile, likely ceding increasing space to China.
Joseph Cain
February 21, 2025