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U.S. effort to limit China’s influence reaches Latin America
The Trump administration uses endorsements and policy to pressure Latin American countries to cut ties with China, influencing elections in Peru, Honduras, and Venezuela.
- President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Nasry Asfura after Asfura pledged to reverse Honduras' switch to China, and the administration is pressuring Latin American governments to curb Beijing ties.
- Last November's National Security Strategy outlined a pledge to eliminate `hostile foreign incursion` and secure access to `key strategic locations` in the Western Hemisphere.
- A planned rail link would rely on PeruRail, co-founded by Rafael López Aliaga, who supports Chinese involvement in the Port of Chancay and seeks U.S. backing amid GOP concerns.
- Legal and security concerns center on China-backed projects, as Joe Buccino said the policy pressures Latin American leaders to align with Washington or face diplomatic consequences, while Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio about Beijing's potential surveillance and political benefits.
- Honduras' experience shows its 2023 switch failed to deliver benefits, while Chinese firms backing rail and Port of Chancay projects shift regional commodity routes and leverage.
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U.S. effort to limit China’s influence reaches Latin America
The Trump administration’s effort to curb China’s influence in the Western Hemisphere is impacting politics across Latin America, including in countries where conservative candidates want U.S. support.
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