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Dispatches Apr 7, 2026

Why Peru’s upcoming election matters for US strategy in Latin America

By Martin Cassinelli

Peru’s election will determine who governs next. But for the US, the more important question is whether Peru can rebuild its governing institutions.
Elections Latin America
Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Dispatches Mar 24, 2026

Will Trump focus on Nicaragua next after Venezuela and Cuba?

By María Fernanda Bozmoski

If it wants to help foster a more economically integrated Central America, the United States will need to address Nicaragua’s authoritarianism and transnational repression.
Central America Democratic Transitions
Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Issue Brief Feb 27, 2026

One month in, can Honduras’ new president put the country on the path to lasting economic gains?

By María Fernanda Bozmoski, Isabella Palacios

President Nasry Asfura’s early reforms have signaled a focus on fiscal austerity and competitiveness, sending positive messages to investors and to President Donald Trump, who backed him during the campaign. Sustaining this momentum will require significant structural reforms.
Americas Central America

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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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Aug 10, 2015

Social Entrepreneurship in the Americas

By Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center, Ashoka, and The Skoll Foundation

Read the Spotlight Online (PDF) Can Latin America maintain the momentum of the past decade’s social transformations? The answer will depend on its ability to adopt innovative solutions to advance social progress. Considered the third arm of development by the World Bank, social entrepreneurship in Latin America has expanded dramatically in the past two decades […]

In the News

Jul 31, 2015

Schechter and DeLevie-Orey: What’s Next in Havana

By Peter Schechter and Rachel DeLevie-Orey

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Director Peter Schechter and Assistant Director Rachel DeLevie-Orey write for The Hill, featuring an Atlantic Council report, Cuba’s Economic Reintegration, in a discussion on the importance of international financial institutions with regard to Cuba’s economic growth: 

Cuba

In the News

Jul 31, 2015

Marczak on Foreign Investors in Venezuela

By Jason Marczak

Market Watch quotes Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Deputy Director Jason Marczak on the difficulties facing foreign investors wishing to remove their business from Venezuela: 

Venezuela

In the News

Jul 30, 2015

Goldwyn on Bidding for Mexico’s Energy

By David Goldwyn

Platts McGraw Hill Financial features Chairman of the Atlantic Council Energy Advisory Committee and Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Nonresident Senior Fellow David Goldwyn‘s paper “Mexico’s Inaugural Bid Round: What Happened and What’s Next?” in an article on how observers are waiting for Mexico to allay concerns over oil and gas bidding rounds:

Mexico

In the News

Jul 29, 2015

Goldwyn on Mexican Security Issues

By David Goldwyn

US News and World Report quotes Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Nonresident Senior Fellow David Goldwyn on the entrenched corruption and volatile security situation in Mexico deterring potential foreign investors:

Mexico

In the News

Jul 27, 2015

Marczak on US-Cuba Relations

By Jason Marczak

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Deputy Director Jason Marczak joins C-SPAN to discuss the challenges facing the growing relationship between the United States and Cuba:

Cuba

In the News

Jul 27, 2015

Marczak on Cuban Currency

By Jason Marczak

Barron’s quotes Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Deputy Director Jason Marczak on the steps needed for a burgeoning Cuban economy to attract foreign investors:

Cuba

New Atlanticist

Jul 23, 2015

Mexico’s Inaugural Bid Round: What Happened and What’s Next?

By David Goldwyn and Cory Gill

On July 15, 2015, Mexico announced the results of the first phase of “Round One,” or a series of auctions providing foreign companies access to oil and gas acreage after over seventy-five years of state control of upstream exploration and production. Only two of the fourteen shallow water blocks on offer were awarded—far below the […]

Mexico

In the News

Jul 22, 2015

Marczak on Cuban Tourism

By Jason Marczak

Dow Jones Business News quotes Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Deputy Director Jason Marczak on the importance of credit card business in light of Cuba’s growing tourism industry:

Cuba

In the News

Jul 21, 2015

DeLevie-Orey on Economic Opportunities in Cuba

By Rachel DeLevie-Orey

Spanish-language Univision quotes Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Assistant Director Rachel DeLevie-Orey on the potential for economic development opportunities in Cuba now that diplomatic relations with the United States have been restored:

Cuba
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