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Populism’s Grip on Mexico

The Foreign Affairs Interview

CHAPTER

Challenges and Complexities in Mexican Governance and International Relations

The chapter covers the failings of post-transition governments in Mexico in handling security issues, the involvement of the military in combating insecurity, and Lopez Obrador's changing stance on military participation. It also discusses the US-Mexico relationship under Trump and Biden, focusing on immigration policies, the humanitarian crisis at the border, and diplomatic approaches to manage migration effectively. Furthermore, the chapter explores Mexico's economic challenges and political dynamics with the US, China, and Russia, including the influence of Lopez Obrador on authoritarianism perceptions and the country's strategic positioning in the global arena.

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