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Fifteen years ago, the United States sought to bolster its partnership with Central America with an ambitious free trade agreement to fuel honest commerce, strengthen democratic institutions, and share the benefits of economic growth. But even before the coronavirus, the region became mired in corruption and crony capitalism, hampered by the entrenched patronage networks that stretch back to turbulent civil wars.
Democratic institutions and rule of law, which are the cornerstones of economic growth and security, are not only stagnant but receding in the region. While the administration of Joe Biden might be tempted to throw more development aid at the issue, it must also tackle corruption.