Argentina’s Finances Are Hamstringing Its International Role (Again)
In spite of its geopolitical gifts, financial crisis may once again be thwarting Argentina’s regional ambitions.
Brazil Election: A Watershed Moment for Latin America’s Right
Brazil’s election upcoming general election is wide open, and its result could be make-or-break for the continent’s right-wing resurgence.
Operation Carwash: Lula’s Presidential Hopes Dealt a New Blow
Brazil’s Operation Carwash has caught some big fish so far, but none so big as former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who saw his corruption conviction upheld earlier this week.
Honduran President Begins Second Term amid Scandal, Unrest
![Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez signs the guest book during his visit to the Department of State, March 21, 2017. [State Department photo/Public Domain]](https://www.geopoliticalmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Honduran_President_Juan_Orlando_Hernandez_Signs_Guest_Book_at_the_State_Department_33420472842-768x369.jpg "Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez signs the guest book during his visit to the Department of State, March 21, 2017. [State Department photo/Public Domain]")
Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has been sworn in after a period of widespread unrest. His first order of business will be to deflect the mounting corruption allegations hounding his administration.
Argentina’s Macri Fights a Political War on Two Fronts
President Mauricio Macri faces a backlash over pension reforms and the recent indictment of former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner.
The Military Steps in at Venezuela’s PDVSA
Mismanagement in Venezuela’s oil industry will only get worse as career officials are replaced en masse with military figures.
Corruption and Chaos ahead of Venezuela Regional Elections
The Maduro government is doing everything possible to deny the opposition a breakthrough in regional elections next week.
President Temer’s Economic Reform Agenda in Brazil
Taking stock of President Temer’s economic reforms as Brazil nears the end of its long recession.
Reforms Hang in the Balance as Temer Braces for a Supreme Court Ruling in Brazil
Brazilians will soon know whether to expect a new round of economic reforms, or a new political vacuum at the highest levels of the republic.
Violence Looms over Venezuela Constitution Fight
The situation in Venezuela is about to go from bad to worse.