Peru’s Political Crisis and the Rising Scrutiny of China’s Influence
Beneath the headlines lies a deeper issue that is clearly demonstrated by Jerí’s ouster: China’s presence and influence in Peru is structural and carries immense strategic and reputational risks that can have consequences at the highest levels.
Much Ado About Nothing: Accurately Assessing Lula’s Recent International Overtures
In a global economy shaped by inflationary trends, energy shortages, and market instability, Lula’s domestic success will depend to a significant degree on his international achievements. While Bolsonaro obscured the relevance of country in the global arena, Lula expanded Brazil’s presence in the early 2000s by enlarging the list of economic partner and diversifying strategic partnerships, particularly in the global South.
Colombia is Unprepared to Face Chinese Ambition
Surprisingly, China’s growing influence has not sprung a debate among Colombia’s academics, press, business leaders, and policymakers. The Colombian public ought to debate the relationship between Colombia and China…
How useful will China be to Brazil’s next president? In the short term, not very.
Regardless of this week’s election outcome, Brazil’s top economic and environmental concerns may not be solved through engagement with China.
Toward a Strategy for Responding to the PRC in Latin America
The U.S. approach outlined in this article offers no guarantee of success. In its implementation, the notion of “outcompeting China” must be adequately conceptualized, coordinated, resourced, and intelligently applied.
Uruguay-China Relations and their Free Trade Agreement
Beyond Uruguay’s frustrations with Mercosur, the Chinese market has become increasingly critical for the country and its importance is growing.
Latin America’s Perfect Storm
The region’s political shift is making it increasingly difficult for the U.S. to secure collaboration on core security and foreign policy issues.
Cuba-China Tourism MOU Points the Way “to Seek a Newer World” in Successful Tourism Development
As the U.S. and Caribbean are following up on the Summit of the Americas and trying to implement concrete policies, both sides may want to prioritize the idea of tourism cooperation.
The Evolution of PRC Engagement in Mexico
AMLO’s increasing need for the PRC and its resources is already manifesting itself in subtle compromises that his administration has made towards Chinese companies with respect to lithium, and possibly electricity generation, among other areas.
The Evolution of Peru’s Multidimensional Challenges, Part III: Engagement with China
The PRC’s significant, long-standing relationship with Peru, including its significant role in key sectors such as mining, petroleum, logistics, telecommunications, and military interactions, positions it well to expand its relationship in response to Peru’s economic and fiscal needs.