Search by Country
Most Recent Articles (last updated 31/7/2008)
Chavez's Weakened Position
(International Relations and Security Network 31/7/2008)
After spending billions on spreading his ideology around the world and the region, Chavez may find that he has earned few dividends.
Security and the other Tri-Border
(International Relations and Security Network 24/7/2008)
A meeting at one of South America's other tri-border regions brings Brazil and Colombia closer together, while promoting Brazil as a regional leader.
Mexico Infiltrated
(International Relations and Security Network 17/7/2008)
As organized crime gains increasing control over the country, the possible formation of a megacartel could precipitate the slow, steady failure of the government.
ISN Podcasts: What's next for Colombia?
(International Relations and Security Network 08/7/2008)
The helicopter that took Ingrid Betancourt along with Americans Keith Stansell, Mark Gonsalves and Thomas Howes to freedom was only on the ground for 22 minutes. But, the ripple effect of Operation Jaque, as the plan to free the hostages from FARC rebels was called, will have a hold on Colombia for years to come.
Farc's Revolution is Over
(International Relations and Security Network 07/7/2008)
FARC remnants' comprise idealists who should give up and drug smugglers who should distance themselves from anything the group represented.
Mexican Aid Package Passed
(International Relations and Security Network 02/7/2008)
A new US$400 million aid package for Mexico signals new US-Mexican relations but falls short of necessary reform.
Texans Fence with Federal Authorities
(International Relations and Security Network 03/4/2008)
Texans are at loggerheads with the US government as the latter bulldozes through the state with bold border fence plans.
Colombia: Unintended Consequences
(International Relations and Security Network 12/3/2008)
Colombia's assassination of FARC's number two leader and the unintended consequences that almost started a war with its neighbors could signal the beginning of the end for the leftist group.
Brazil: Gun Buyback Program a Success
(International Relations and Security Network 28/2/2008)
A new study on violence and population shows that Brazil's 2004-05 gun buy-back program effectively reduced violence across the nation.
US, Mexico: Election Fencing
(International Relations and Security Network 26/2/2008)
The US-Mexico border fence takes pole position ahead of Texas Democratic primaries.
Colombia, Venezuela, War and Rhetoric
(International Relations and Security Network 12/2/2008)
Tensions are on the rise between Colombia and Venezuela, and some observers are considering the possibility that a small conflict between the two might break out in the coming months.
Violence on the US-Mexico Border
(International Relations and Security Network 29/1/2008)
Due to increased pressure from the Calderon administration, some members of Mexican organized crime may begin crossing the border in significant numbers to set up US-based operations.
Latin America: Alliances, friction, and global access
(International Relations and Security Network 21/12/2007)
Looking ahead to 2008, there will be stronger alliances and some hot spots of friction in Latin America, but more interesting will be the new levels of global access achieved by countries willing to risk trade and economic ties with the world's emerging heavyweights.
