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Governance and the Rule of Law

The advancement of democracy in Latin America has unleashed political, economic, and social dynamism, while weak political institutions and legal systems continue to plague the region. Institute activities in this area might include research and policy recommendations on governance and short courses on best practices for civil servants and politicians.

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Jul
21
2026

The State of Democracy in Bolivia

Democracy in Latin America, as in the rest of the world, is facing major challenges in political governance, electoral integrity, institutional strength, economic growth, and social cohesion. While it is true that these challenges—which pose threats to democracy worldwide—manifest with varying

Videos

El estado de la democracia en México (Video)

July 9, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes

El estado de la democracia en Colombia (Video)

June 23, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes

El estado de la democracia en Perú (Video)

June 9, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes