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The Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center broadens understanding of regional transformations while demonstrating the significance of Latin America and the Caribbean in a rapidly changing world.

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Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Dispatches Aug 12, 2026

A deadly earthquake gives Colombia’s new president his first test

By Jason Marczak

After the earthquake, de la Espriella must demonstrate firm leadership and his commitment to making the state work in the regions.
Colombia Elections
Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Dispatches Aug 7, 2026

Abelardo de la Espriella takes office in Colombia with a head start in Washington

By Jason Marczak

The new Colombian president and his US counterpart should seize the opportunity to reset the long-term bilateral relationship.
Colombia Economy & Business
Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Dispatches Aug 4, 2026

Three charts on how Latin American central banks are diverging on inflation

By Enrique Millán-Mejía and Raúl González-Pietrogiovanna

Governments that cannot raise more revenue and will not trim commitments end up borrowing, and the pressure lands back on their central banks.
Americas Economy & Business

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Geographic priorities

Argentina

Argentina plays a key role in the economic landscape of the Americas, with strong potential for deeper integration with the United States. AALAC promotes policies that support Argentina’s fiscal resilience and strengthen bilateral economic cooperation.

Brazil

As Latin America’s largest economy, Brazil is central to regional economic stability and geopolitics. AALAC advances a forward-looking US-Brazil agenda by fostering strategic dialogue and promoting sustainable, innovation-driven cooperation across trade, energy, and agriculture.

Caribbean

The Caribbean is among the world’s most vulnerable regions, exposed to climate-induced disasters, economic shocks, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. The Caribbean Initiative raises awareness about regional priorities and deepens US and global engagement across issues such as energy security, financial inclusion, and economic competitiveness.

Central America

A secure and prosperous Central America is vital to US national and economic interests. AALAC advances strategic engagement that strengthens supply chains, attracts investment, and supports democratic governance as pillars for long-term regional prosperity.

Colombia

Colombia and the United States share a longstanding partnership rooted in security, development, and commercial ties. AALAC advances understanding of issues critical to US interests and works to ensure that Colombia can serve as a vital US ally in South America for decades to come.

Mexico

As the United States’ top trading partner, Mexico plays a notable role in advancing investment and cross-border commerce. AALAC supports engagement to strengthen commercial ties, address shared security challenges, and align opportunities to incentivize productive investment.

Venezuela

Following the US removal of Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela stands at a pivotal moment after years of economic mismanagement, cronyism, and democratic erosion. AALAC is seizing this moment to usher in a Venezuela where people overcome economic paralysis, live without fear of the state, and freely choose their leaders.

THEMATIC AREAS IN FOCUS

China-Latin America

China is a growing trade partner and source of financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. AALAC, alongside the Global China Hub, provides nuanced, up-to-date understanding of the trajectory and risks of an evolving relationship with China.

Economic development in Latin America and the Caribbean

Latin America is a key market for US goods and investment. The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center works to deepen commercial ties, increase investment, and support economic security by highlighting the importance of the region’s economies in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Technology and digital security in Latin America and the Caribbean

As digital security threats grow—and as Latin America and the Caribbean’s tech and telecommunications sectors drive more innovation and investment—the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center, alongside the Atlantic Council Technology Programs, strengthens regional resilience and spotlights the region’s potential to build a more secure digital future.

Security and transnational criminal organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean

Transnational criminal organizations, which rake in billions in revenue annually, pose severe threats to economic and democratic stability. The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center analyzes the growth of these security threats through cutting-edge analysis and comprehensive policy frameworks designed to undercut the sophisticated business operations of these groups.

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New Atlanticist

Jun 28, 2016

NAFTA Seen Key to Preserving US-Mexico Relationship

By Mitch Hulse

It would be a disaster to cut trade relations with Mexico, three former US officials said at the Atlantic Council on June 27. Donald Trump, the Republican Party’s presumptive presidential nominee, has pledged to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which enables trade between the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In a speech […]

Colombia Economy & Business

In the News

Jun 28, 2016

Marczak in The Huffington Post: Look South: The Real Mexico Story

By Jason Marczak

Read the full article here.

Mexico

In the News

Jun 28, 2016

Franco Quoted by Open Canada on Corruption in Mexico

By Arturo Franco

Read the full article here.

Mexico

Event Recap

Jun 27, 2016

Depoliticizing the US-Mexico Relationship: Why It’s Important

By Alejandra Rodriguez

“There is not a day, a rally, or an event when Mexico does not seem to come up and yet there is still an enormous amount of misinformation and a lack of understanding.” –Mary Jordan

In the News

Jun 24, 2016

Saldarragia Quoted by The Cipher Brief on the Colombian Ceasefire

By Andrea Saldarragia

Read the full article here.

Colombia
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Uncategorized

Jun 23, 2016

#WhyMexico Initiative

In the midst of the US electoral cycle, Mexico has found itself squarely in the eye of a national political storm on immigration and trade. Since Mexico is the United States’ third-largest trading partner and an important national security ally, many Americans, regardless of political affiliation, are calling for a strengthened relationship with our southern […]

In the News

Jun 23, 2016

Marczak Quoted by Reuters on Importance of FARC Ceasefire

By Jason Marczak

Read the full article here.

Colombia

New Atlanticist

Jun 22, 2016

Colombia Stands on the Brink of Peace

By Ashish Kumar Sen

On the cusp of signing a bilateral ceasefire that will end Latin America’s longest running war, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos must ensure that the peace deal with leftist rebels is implemented to the letter—particularly ensuring justice for the victims—and shore up support for the agreement among Colombian voters, according to Latin America analysts at […]

Colombia

In the News

Jun 22, 2016

Marczak Quoted by CNBC on Solutions to Venezuelan Crisis

By Jason Marczak

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Venezuela

In the News

Jun 22, 2016

Marczak Quoted by Washington Times on Colombia/FARC Ceasefire Agreement

By Jason Marczak

Read the full article here.

Colombia
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