Andes in Focus: Security, Democracy, and Economic Reform - Softcover

"Contributes a much needed and comprehensive understanding of the Andean region.... both the country cases and the policy chapters are uniformly excellent." - Waltrud Q. Morales, University of Central Florida"

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 present volatile situation. The authors offer detailed analyses of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, as well as examinations of U.S. 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.