Organized crime has in recent years begun to affect formerly calm countries like Chile and Ecuador, while remaining strong in places such as Mexico and Brazil. In this episode, an analysis of recent crime trends in the region. We’ll also assess how governments have been responding – some choose to disengage altogether, while others toughen their approach. Our guest is Jeremy McDermott, one of the founders of InSight Crime, a think tank and publication that produces in-depth reports and analysis on international crime in Latin America.
How Organized Crime Is Changing In Latin America
Ecuador: President Lasso in Trouble?
Uruguay’s Lessons for the World
Ways Forward for the Amazon
Peru’s Crossroads
Lula’s Challenging Path Forward in Brazil
The White House’s Juan Gonzalez on Mexico Relationship, Venezuela and More
How China’s Presence In Latin America Is Changing
Bonus Edition: What Victory Means for Argentina
What Does 2023 Hold for Latin American Economies?
Moisés Naím on Latin America’s Bright Spots and Challenges
"A Make-or-Break Moment For Mexican Democracy"
Argentina: Trying to Avoid Another 2001
Lula’s Plans for a Divided Brazil
Is Bukele or Boric the Future of Latin American Politics?
How Evangelicals Are Transforming Politics in Latin America
Former President Solís on Central America: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
New Unrest in Cuba: What it Means
Brazil’s Surprising Election: What’s Next?
Gustavo Petro: What We’ve Learned So Far
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