Latin America's pivot: How the US is losing its 'backyard' to China
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As China's influence surges across Latin America, a major diplomatic conference in Beijing has raised alarms in Washington. The US has accused China of seeking "military advantage and unfair economic gain" in the region long considered America's sphere of influence. But is this simply Chinese assertiveness, or are Latin American nations deliberately looking east rather than north? With China now the largest trading partner for nearly every country in South and Central America, the geopolitical landscape is shifting dramatically. Two-thirds of Latin American nations have already joined China's Belt and Road Initiative, while trade with the US has dropped 25% since 2013. Major infrastructure projects like Peru's super port and Bolivia's steel plant showcase China's growing economic presence in the region. Guests: Jorge Heine Former Chilean Ambassador to China Zhao Ying China Commentator Santiago Mingo Associate Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile #LatinAmerica #China #theNewsmakers
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