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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35 West

Best of 35 West: Sharpening the Democratic Playbook

In this "best of " episode, Ryan C. Berg sits down with Christopher Sabatini, Senior Research Fellow for Latin America, the US and the Americas Programme at Chatham House. Together, they outline what the international community can do to push back on rising authoritarianism, and empower democracy defenders.

Podcast Episode by Ryan C. Berg — July 28, 2022

CSIS 35 West

Strengthening the Guyana–U.S. Relationship

Please join the CSIS Americas Program for a discussion on strengthening the U.S.-Guyana bilateral relationship with Guyana's president Mohamed Irfaan Ali.

Event by John J. Hamre , Daniel F. Runde , Mohamed Irfaan Ali , and John B. Hess — July 27, 2022

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Mexico Matters

No Place for Young Women

Mariana Campero speaks with Lisa Sanchez, the CEO of Mexico United Against Crime about the failures in Mexico’s public security strategy and why women are targeted.

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — July 27, 2022

CSIS Mexico Matters

Ensuring the Biden-Fernández Meeting Matters

CSIS Americas adviser Juan O. Cruz and Henry Ziemer argue that for Biden's meeting with President Alberto Fernández to be a success, the United States must be prepared to strengthen cooperation on human rights and deepen security ties to Argentina.

Commentary by Juan Cruz and Henry Ziemer — July 22, 2022

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35 West

The Future of USAID’s Partnership with Colombia

In this episode, Margarita R. Seminario sits down with Peter Natiello, Senior Deputy Assistant Administrator for the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

Podcast Episode by Margarita R. Seminario — July 8, 2022

CSIS 35 West

Challenges and Opportunities for the Inter-American Defense Board

CSIS Americas senior fellow Ryan C. Berg and Military Fellow Chris Bernotavicius outline the history and present-day importance of the Inter-American Defense Board for promoting hemispheric security.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg and Chris Bernotavicius — July 6, 2022

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