China Is Raising the Stakes in Latin America
Beijing is adjusting its priorities and doubling down on its playbook for the region.
Q&A: Noam Lupu on How Latin Americans View Democracy
A Vanderbilt University political scientist analyzes trends from the 2026 AmericasBarometer survey, which provides public opinion data from across the region.
What Washington May Misread in Brazil’s Election
President Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro have more in common than meets the eye on key issues, including trade with China and critical minerals.
From China Shock to China Choke
The Asian giant is reshaping the global landscape with its trade preferences. Latin America and the world have a great deal at stake.
The Donroe Doctrine’s China Paradox
Washington’s increasing focus on political alignment may be giving the region more reasons to keep China close.
How Chile Can Turn U.S.-China Rivalry into Negotiating Power
Leveraging strategic resources, screening investments, and diversifying partners can strengthen Chile’s position.
China Buys Brazil’s Soy and Beef—Not Its Loyalty
A survey shows commercial dependence has not led to political alignment.
Mexico Still Has a China Problem
Strategic ambiguity no longer works in an era of geoeconomic pressure, two experts write.
China’s Green-Tech Push in Latin America Is Gaining Traction
A surge of investment in the region is set to intensify, even as the hemisphere turns rightward.
Can Brazil and the U.S. Reach a Deal on Rare Earths?
As Washington seeks to loosen China’s grip on high-tech and defense supply chains, Brasília holds a strategic play.
Taiwan’s Quiet Race for Allies in the Americas
The Asian nation is reinforcing its partnerships in the hemisphere as China increases pressure ahead of upcoming elections, an expert writes.
How Latin America Is Realigning
As Washington and Beijing vie for great-power influence, the region’s leaders are making moves that are often subtle.
Beijing’s Military Diplomacy Is Making Major Gains
To counter China’s deepening relations with Latin America’s militaries, the U.S. needs to rethink its approach.
A nova estratégia da China para a América Latina
A atuação de Pequim está mudando de uma era de grandes empréstimos e projetos de infraestrutura para um envolvimento mais direcionado e estratégico.
La nueva estrategia de China en América Latina
La estrategia regional de Pekín está pasando de una era de grandes préstamos e infraestructura a un compromiso más preciso y estratégico.
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