– Evan Ellis 1/27/2021In June 2022, the United States hosted its 9th Summit of the Americas. With every American misstep, China’s influence in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) continues to expand. [12]Community of Latin American StatesThe Community of Latin American States (CELAC) provides additional insight into Chinese political influence in LAC. [17] The United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States have already experienced the costs of allowing companies like Huawei access to national digital infrastructure. Chinese Military EngagementAs in every other region of the PRC’s Belt and Road Initiative, economic and political relationships are followed by engagements with the military.

Source: Wall Street Journal May 16, 2023 15:40 UTC