Americas RegionalPULSE: 13 JAN 2025
Geopolitical & Security Analysis Regional Report
Report Details
Initial Publish Date
Last Updated: 13 JAN 2025
Report Focus Location: Americas
Authors: DA
Contributors: GSAT
GSAT Lead: MF
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Report Summary
This study presents a thorough examination of the current geopolitical and security environment throughout the Americas, with an emphasis on high-profile developments in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Key regional highlights include Canada’s political shift following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation, marking the end of a decade-long leadership era, and Argentina’s increasing political tensions under President Javier Milei's administration. In Haiti, escalating gang violence has resulted in over 5,600 deaths in 2024, reflecting a deepening humanitarian and security crisis despite international interventions. Meanwhile, Nicolás Maduro's contested third term as Venezuela's president has intensified political polarization, fueling widespread protests and global scrutiny.
The region faces significant challenges, including Bolivia's record-high inflation and social unrest stemming from economic mismanagement and shortages. Migration pressures in Central America and Mexico continue to strain regional cooperation, as a new migrant caravan highlights concerns over potential U.S. policy changes under President-elect Donald Trump.
Amidst these challenges, stabilizing factors have emerged. El Salvador's credit rating upgrade reflects economic progress, while Guyana's surging oil exports enhance its role in global markets. Monetary easing in Peru signals efforts to bolster domestic demand and economic resilience. These dynamics underscore the region's complex interplay of risks and opportunities shaping its trajectory.
