Bolsonaro's Conviction Forces Major Shifts Within the Current Brazilian Government

The decision made by the Brazilian Supreme Court will force Brazil to reassess its international alliances and confront the political discord domestically. Lula will need to figure out how to deal with the fallout by creating a new economic plan for Brazil and finding a way to slow the growing divide between Brazilian citizens. Lula has previously faced threats of violence in this politically volatile situation. If he wishes to avoid further violence, he must act decisively to establish new foreign relationships and to appease aggrieved right-leaning Brazilians.

Editor's Picks, GlobalDaniel ReyesSeptember 29, 2025Brazil, Brazil Elections, Trump, South AmericaComment

In the Streets of Buenos Aires: Protests Against the IMF

“Thousands of Argentinians have taken to the streets of Buenos Aires to protest a new deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The deal is meant to help Argentina repay roughly $45 billion in IMF loans by deferring debt payments dates in exchange for Argentina’s agreement to meet IMF-specified economic targets, specifically reducing their fiscal deficit and limiting spending.”

Global, Editor's PicksJacob HoechsterFebruary 20, 2022Global, International Relations, IMF, International Development, Argentina, Latin America, South America, Inflation, Debt, Editor's PickComment