At the center of these conversations are questions of power, gender, and survival. An in-depth interview with Cristina Awadalla examines Rosario Murillo’s complex relationship with feminism and the women’s movement in Nicaragua, while another feature traces how the Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN) evolved from a revolutionary force into a family dynasty. In El Salvador, we unpack the constitutional reforms that have allowed indefinite re-election, exposing the mechanisms by which democratic institutions are hollowed out to cement authoritarian rule.

Beyond politics, we also explore the shifting terrain of economics and migration. With Costa Rica facing uncertainty over its role in the global microchip industry, and the country edging closer to becoming a “safe third country” for U.S. migration policy, the ripple effects will be felt across the region. Taken together, these stories offer a deeper understanding of Central America’s present and future—and why its trajectory matters far beyond its borders.