Latin America Program

📢Did you hear? We are delighted to have @eduardoamadeo, former Argentine ambassador to the U.S. and Michael J. Fitzpatrick, former senior U.S. diplomat and U.S. ambassador to Ecuador, as the new members of our @LATAMProg Board at @StimsonCenter. stimson.org/2026/stimson-c…

Please join us and the @CCACANADA on July 24 at 11am ET to discuss #Colombia's economic and political outlook after its recent presidential election. To register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

What's next for #Colombia? We are partnering with the @CCACANADA for the upcoming event, "Colombia: economic realities and policy options" with a stellar panel. We hope you can join us. 🗓️ July 24 ⌚ 11:00am ET Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

@eduardoamadeo @StimsonCenter Michael J. Fitzpatrick, a retired senior U.S. diplomat, served as U.S. ambassador to Ecuador from 2019 to 2024 and held senior diplomatic positions across the Western Hemisphere, including as head of U.S. Mission to the OAS, service in Peru, Colombia, and Haiti.

We are delighted to announce that Eduardo Amadeo (@eduardoamadeo), former Argentine ambassador to the U.S. and Michael J. Fitzpatrick, former senior U.S. diplomat and U.S. ambassador to Ecuador, have joined our @LATAMProg Board at @StimsonCenter. stimson.org/2026/stimson-c…

@eduardoamadeo is a former Argentine congressman and has served as Argentina’s ambassador to the U.S. and Secretary of Social Development. He is a leading voice on democratic governance, regional integration, and U.S.–Latin America relations.

"The U.S. indicted Rubén Rocha Moya, forcing Mexico’s president, Claudia Sheinbaum, to choose between party loyalty and her ambitions to bring the country’s powerful drug cartels to heel," @BGarciaNice wrote for @StimsonCenter's latest commentary. stimson.org/2026/is-claudi…

We are thrilled to partner with the @CCACANADA to discuss #Colombia's elections on June 1 at 10:00am (Bogotá) / 11:00am (ET). To register --> lnkd.in/eX7RQSBD

⚽️In three weeks, the U.S, MEX, and CAN will co-host the @FIFAWorldCup. @BGarciaNice spoke to @bloggingsbyboz, @AlexGonzor, and Eric Miller on how soccer can bring the three government together. lnkd.in/ey5_8ZRB

“Will the winner of the FIFA Peace Prize drone strike his World Cup co-host?” @bloggingsbyboz asked this morning at our @StimsonCenter dialogue on the #FIFAWorldCup ⚽️ and the future of North American integration 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦.

⚽️Can the @FIFAWorldCup help ease tension between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada? Join me tomorrow to discuss how "sports diplomacy" could contribute to strengthen North America relations. 👇👇👇

Join us tomorrow at 11am to discuss how sports diplomacy with the #FIFAWorldCup could help reverse North American trade frictions, migration pressures, and security challenges between 🇺🇸, 🇲🇽, and 🇨🇦. To Register 👇

I congratulate the formation of the American-Mexican caucus, demonstrating the important role of leaders in Washington who understand the deep and vital connection between the United States and Mexico together with Canada. The 520 million people of North America will create a powerhouse of democracy and prosperity for the three countries and the entirety of the Americas. Congratulations to Amb. @NathalieRayes, Executive Director Sergio Gonzales, and caucus co-chairs Rep. @JoaquinCastrotx and @RepRudyYakym for their leadership on the American Mexican Leadership council, and honored to be joined by @SenRubenGallego to mark the occasion. It’s an idea whose time has come.

We are thrilled to be partnering with the American Mexican Leadership Council in launching the U.S.-Mexico Caucus to further strengthen ties between both nations. 🇺🇸 🤝 🇲🇽

Last night our program partnered with the American Mexican Leadership Council for the launch of the new U.S. 🇺🇸-Mexico 🇲🇽 Caucus—a platform for exchanging policy ideas and deepening cooperation between the United States and its number-one trading partner.

Bipartisan U.S.-Mexico congressional caucus launches amid diplomatic strain cbsn.ws/4dHtkYa

Experts will include @cooper_pol, @BGarciaNice, and @bloggingsbyboz; Eric Miller, president of the Rideau Potomac Strategy Group; @AlexGonzor, director of The Mexico Political Economist; and Travis Murphy, CEO of Jetr Sports + Entertainment

⚽️ The U.S, MEX, and CAN are preparing to co-host the @FIFAWorldCup at a tense moment for the “Three Amigos.” Sports diplomacy could be an avenue to overcome disagreements. Join us on 05/20 to discuss what these “soccer summits”could look like. 🥅 stimson.org/event/futbol-d…

Discussion on the Panama Canal and International Waterways, @StimsonCenter hosts – LIVE on C-SPAN c-span.org/event/public-a…

Panama Canal Deputy Administrator Ilya Espino de Marotta held a series of engagements in Washington, D.C., meeting with policy leaders, academics, business representatives and media to discuss the Canal's role in global trade, sustainability and supply chain resilience. She took part in dialogues at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), the Stimson Center and the University Club of Washington, reaffirming the Canal's commitment to reliability, transparency and innovation, while highlighting Vision 2035 and the importance of water storage to guarantee both Canal operations and potable water supply.