Americas Program

A leading source of ideas defining the future of national security, analyzing geopolitical trends, and addressing key political, economic, and social challenges facing the region

The Program was established with the clear, forward-looking mission to elevate the policy discussion on the Western Hemisphere. The program aims to influence through timely, practical, and insightful analysis and policy recommendations for partners in the United States and the region.

The Americas Program focuses on six thematic priorities:

  • Regional security, particularly in Mexico, the Northern Triangle, Colombia, and the impact of the Venezuelan crisis on the region.
  • The long-term impact of China’s rise and great-power rivalry in the Americas.
  • Democratic backsliding and the rise of autocracies.
  • The resurgence of transnational criminal organizations, growing illicit economies, and the existence of criminal regimes.
  • Weak rule of law, endemic corruption, and human rights violations.
  • The emergence of significant regional powers, such as Brazil, in an increasingly multipolar world.

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This Time, Try Supporting Honduran Democracy

CSIS Americas senior adviser Mark L. Schneider and Aaron Schneider evaluate critiques of the Zones for Employment and Economic Development in Honduras and argue the country should move away from the zones as a potential model for economic growth.

 

Commentary by Mark L. Schneider and Aaron Schneider — January 26, 2023

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Financing Small-Scale Agriculture in Honduras: A Case Study

CSIS Americas director Ryan C. Berg, Henry Ziemer, and Michael Estopinan examine challenges and outline policy recommendations for improving access to finance for small-scale farmers in Honduras.

Report by Ryan C. Berg , Henry Ziemer , and Michael Estopinan — December 7, 2022

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Mexico Matters

Latinos in Florida Have Something to Say

Mariana Campero speaks with former congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lethinen (R-FL-27) about the unmaterialized red wave during the 2022 midterm elections. 

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — November 21, 2022

CSIS Mexico Matters

Colombia’s Relationship with the PRC

CSIS Americas senior associate Evan Ellis delves into the China-Colombia relationship, examining its history as well as options for the Petro administration.

Report by Evan Ellis — November 10, 2022

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2022 Washington Humanitarian Forum: Closing the Gap

Please join the CSIS Humanitarian Agenda for the 2022 Washington Human Forum, examining new actors and changing narratives within the humanitarian sector.

Event by Jacob Kurtzer , Kimberly Flowers , Katherine E. Bliss , Jon B. Alterman , ​Marti Flacks , Mvemba Phezo Dizolele , Beza Tesfaye , Natasha Hall , and Hadeil Ali — November 9, 2022

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Mexico Matters

The Politics of Destruction

 Mariana Campero speaks with Dr. Luis Rubio about the transcendental changes that have occurred in Mexico under the Presidency of Lopez Obrador.

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — October 27, 2022

CSIS Mexico Matters

Brazil: Five Phenomena and Three Scenarios

CSIS Americas senior associate Lauri Tähtinen examines trendlines and likely scenarios for the outcome of Brazil's runoff presidential election on October 30.

Report by Lauri Tähtinen — October 25, 2022

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Defending Media Integrity in the Americas

Ryan C. Berg sits down with Ambassador John Feeley to discuss the Center for Media Integrity of the Americas' emergent role and efforts to uplift journalistic integrity amid a shifting media landscape.

Podcast Episode by Ryan C. Berg — October 20, 2022

CSIS 35 West