China’s New Playbook for Latin America
Beijing is shifting from an era of large loans and infrastructure initiatives toward more targeted, strategic engagement.
As Washington and Beijing vie for great-power influence, the region’s leaders are making moves that are often subtle.
To counter China’s deepening relations with Latin America’s militaries, the U.S. needs to rethink its approach.
Read this article on the Americas Quarterly website.
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Author summary: China changes strategy in Latin America.