Norm Contestation in Latin America: Theoretical Review, Contributions and Perspectives on Normative Re-Signification from the Global South

This paper seeks to understand, from the perspective of international relations (IR), the state of the art regarding the diffusion and contestation of norms in Latin America. It begins with a review of the specialized scientific literature, employing a strategy of methodological deconstruction that aims to make forgotten narratives visible by identifying international norms contested within the region. To this objective, we focus on a critical debate surrounding the cycle of the norm (both diffused and contested), situated norms, and the corresponding Latin American (inter)disciplinary studies. Our review of regional cases in Latin America indicates that normative contestation not only challenges the global liberal order but also enriches IR by underscoring the co-constitution of global and local dynamics. Nevertheless, this research aims to uncover theoretical gaps and identify empirical gaps that suggest a broader research agenda in this field.