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The Los Angeles Declaration Continues to Shape the Regional and Global Migration Response

Two years after its passage, the U.S.-led migration pact unites American leaders to promote safe, legal migration.

· September 16, 2024
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Maduro’s Resilience Reflects the West’s Limited Influence in Venezuela

The president has dug in and is waiting for global attention to move elsewhere.

· August 20, 2024
Video of Omar Manky discussing DiDi Chuxing's strategies for success in the Latin American ride-hailing market.
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How DiDi Chuxing Won Over Latin America: Strategic Moves and Policy Lessons

What's the secret behind DiDi Chuxing's success in the Latin American ride-hailing market? Omar Manky explores DiDi's strategies for success, which includes an emphasis on local partnerships, addressing security issues, and promoting social initiatives.

  • Omar Manky
· August 20, 2024
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The Military and Private Business Actors in the Global South: The Politics of Market Access

The interaction of national armed forces and private business sectors offers a useful lens for viewing the politics of numerous countries of the so-called Global South. A rising trend of military political activism—often accompanied by military commercial activity—underlines the importance of drivers and outcomes in these relationships.

· August 19, 2024
In The Media
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How to Understand Brazil’s Stance on Venezuela’s Election

Lula’s policy is an attempt to exert influence over Brazil’s neighbor, but the recent past suggests this may have limited effect.

· August 8, 2024
Americas Quarterly
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Political Barriers to Decarbonization in Brazil: The Persistence of Neoliberalism

After four years of a neoliberal government that dismantled environmental regulations in Brazil, the country is once again transitioning toward a state-led model of development. But entrenched domestic interests may thwart a more sustainable path.

  • Daniela Campello
· July 31, 2024