Los perímetros americanos frente a la crisis y a la globalización

Abstract

Based on the concepts of « perimeter » and « representation », this paper explores the recent attempts of the American continent at integration, and analyzes how these changes are perceived by Europe and the Americas. After measuring the extent of the different integration schemes now in force – in the hemispheric, regional and sub-regional areas – and its relevance to member countries, the article questions the causes behind such changes. The rearrangement of the contemporary international scene and the emergence of new leaderships that displaced traditional XXth century ones, appear to be responsible for such changes.

Keywords

• regional integration
• geopolitical representations
• Mercosur
• UNASUR
• CELAC
• ALBA