Ebook: The Andes in Focus: Security, Democracy, and Economic Reform

How can a region roiled by political strife, civil war, illicit drug trafficking, and dismal economic performance achieve political stability and support economic growth? The Andes in Focus addresses this question with an in-depth look at the complex factors underlying the ongoing volatile situation. The authors offer detailed analyses of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, as well as examinations of US policies with regard to the Andes. The result is a detailed but accessible study of current political, economic, and security issues in a beleaguered region