Publications

Though concerns from parts of Brazilian society about potential unrest taking place during the country's 7th September Independence Day celebrations did not materialise, the run-up to the 2nd October presidential elections have not been devoid of political violence, with security risks likely to continue into the coming years - write Mário Braga and Rodrigo Russo.

On the evening of 1st September a man approached Vice-President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner (CFK) outside her home in Buenos Aires, pointing a loaded gun at her head at point-blank range and attempting to pull the trigger. In a context of deepening socio-economic hardship and concerns over governability, risks appear to be rising in Argentina - writes Jill Hedges.

Despite being geographically remote from Latin America, both China and Russia continue to play important roles in the region, in Russia’s case by focusing diplomatic attention on several countries that have difficult relations with the United States, and in China’s case through deep economic engagement.

Around the world, the Covid-19 pandemic has forced many people to move aspects of their lives into the digital space. Here we examine challenges around education and digital access in Latin America, consider innovative ways to overcome them, and look at what achieving digital and educational equalities would mean for opportunity and sustainable development in the region.

In Canning House's third Forgotten Histories publication, Richard McColl charts the life and legacy of Jack Greenwell - a decorated, journeyman football manager with trophies won in Spain and Peru before his arrival in Bogotá with Independiente Santa Fe - whose storied career has been largely lost to time.

The second of Canning House's Forgotten Histories explores the significance of British business interests to the urban and industrial development of Paraná state, Brazil, and its place in the wider narrative of UK-Brazil relations. Written and submitted by Adam Patterson, Honorary British Consul in Paraná, Brazil.