Describes the current problems in Haiti, U.S. policy goals and concerns, the role of the UN stabilization mission, and Congressional concerns about human rights, elections, security and counter-narcotics efforts.

From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Analyzes the dynamics and tendencies of social conflict in Latin America and provides clues on how to resolve conflicts.  From the United Nations Development Programme

Describes recent economic policy changes in Cuba, current U.S. policy toward Cuba, and recent legislation introduced in Congress about Cuba.   .  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Discusses Argentina’s approach to resolving economic problems which include refusal to pay international debts, nationalization of foreign assets, and trade protectionism.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Discusses prospects for the coming election of a new leader and opportunities to improve U.S.-Venezuela relations.   From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Analyzes the prospects for success of the current peace talks between the Santos government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).  This report also provides background on the conflict and identifies its key players.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Provides an overview of U.S. policy toward Latin America and the Caribbean including the Obama Administration’s priorities, examines changes in the region’s economic and political environment, and analyzes various recommendations for U.S. policy from think tanks.  Also covers selected regional and country issues.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Examines current conditions in Honduras including human rights, economic conditions, and crime.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Chart showing Latin American countries, their independence dates, head of government, last election and next election.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Reports on progress made in countries hardest hit by the AIDS epidemic as of November 2012.  From the United Nations

Discusses recent progress in democratic processes in Panama and the state of current U.S.-Panama relations.   From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Describes the gang problem in Central America, discusses country and regional approaches to deal with the gangs, and analyzes U.S. policy with respect to gangs in Central America.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Describes the nature of developments in El Salvador since the advent of the Funes Administration and the level of U.S. aid flows.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Reviews the history, terms, and agreements reached for a trade arrangement that entered into force on October 31, 2012.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

This report provides an overview of Peru’s government and economy and a discussion of issues in relations between the U.S. and Peru.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Outlines the Defense Department’s roles and missions in partnering with other Western nations to support freedom, stability, and prosperity.  From the Defense Department

Provides recommendations for Congress and the Obama administration on targeting law enforcement efforts to disrupt drug trafficking patterns and improve security in the Caribbean area.  From the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control

Reviews the alternations of tighter and then looser restrictions on travel and money transfers in recent U.S. administrations.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

This report examines current conditions in Honduras, especially the poor human rights situation and the widespread crime.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Reviews political and economic developments in El Salvador since the 2009 electoral triumph of Mauricio Funes of the Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front Party as president.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Describes the history and purpose of the OAS, current priorities, and issues for Congress.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

This report provides an overview of Guatemala’s current political and economic conditions, relations with the U.S., and several issues, such as human rights, drug trafficking, and trade of interest to Congress.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Covers trends in foreign assistance to Latin American nations since the 1960s, the 2013 request, and major issues for Congressional consideration.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

This report informs the international community on the continuum of sexual violence in Peru, current legal practices in domestic courts, and the barriers that victim-survivors face in seeking justice.  From the United States Institute of Peace

This report provides a brief historical background of Chile, examines recent political and economic developments, and considers current issues in U.S.-Chile relations.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

One of four volumes on social security programs in the countries of the world.  This one covers the countries of the Western Hemisphere with information about types of programs, contribution rates, and other demographic and statistical information.   From the Social Security Administration

The virus does not appear to pose a threat to humans, but should be studied as a potential source for human influenza.  From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

This report provides a comparative economic analysis of the countries that are involved in a proposed trans-Pacific trade pact.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

Describes the takeover of Guatemala by Mexican drug trafficking organizations and the penetration of the criminal organizations through the police, army, courts, and government.   From the Center for Naval Analyses.

Describes how and when temporary protected status and other forms of immigration relief are provided to noncitizens by the U.S. government.  Currently more than 300,000 foreign nationals from seven countries enjoy such status.   From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the U.S. Department of State Foreign Press Center