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The U.S. and Latin America are linked through geopolitical and economic strategies, including the U.S. viewing the region as a partner for supply chain diversification [1] and Chinese efforts to balance U.S. economic influence [2]. Additionally, they are both mentioned as partners in Russia's international cooperation strategy [3] and are connected by U.S. sanctions targeting Hezbollah funding operations within Latin America [4].
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GEO-LAC: The Future of U.S. Trade Policy and Its Implications for ... americas.georgetown.edu 2 facts
claimLatin America is positioned at the center of growing geopolitical competition regarding critical and rare earth minerals, a situation intensified by China's imposition of export controls and expansion of influence in mineral processing, while the United States is investing in supply chain diversification.
claimEissenstat warns that Latin American governments failing to engage with the United States could leave the region vulnerable to unilateral measures or a fragmented regulatory environment.
Tracking Trump's Trade Deals | Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org 2 facts
perspectiveWill Freeman, a Council on Foreign Relations fellow for Latin America studies, stated that the trade deal with Argentina is likely to boost U.S. exports of chemicals, medicines, IT products, cars, and agricultural goods, as well as Argentine exports of beef and minerals, but noted that the economic security provisions may complicate Argentina's relationship with China and risk increasing frustration among U.S. farmers and ranchers.
perspectiveWill Freeman, a Council on Foreign Relations fellow for Latin America studies, stated that the trade deal will boost flows of Ecuadorean bananas, cocoa, and coffee to the United States and reduce barriers to U.S. machinery, health products, ICT goods, and chemicals, though it may complicate Ecuador’s relations with China.
A tectonic shift in tariff policy | UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) unctad.org 1 fact
claimThe United States maintains 14 trade agreements with 20 countries, many of which are in Latin America and the Caribbean, providing preferential access to the US market.
Geopolitics of the energy transition: between global challenges and ... geoprogress-edition.eu 1 fact
claimThe United States views Latin America as a crucial partner for diversifying supply chains and countering Chinese influence in the region, according to the Munich Security Conference (2021).
Emerging Technologies And Their Impact On International Relations ... hoover.org 1 fact
claimRussia's international science and technology cooperation strategy involves enhancing collaboration with established partners like Germany and Western European institutions, as well as newer partners including the USA, Japan, the Republic of Korea, BRIICS nations, and countries in Asia and Latin America.
Iran's Islamist Proxies in the Middle East - Wilson Center wilsoncenter.org 1 fact
claimIn 2023, the United States sanctioned Amer Mohamed Akil Rada and six associated individuals and companies for helping Rada, a Hezbollah operative and leader, fund the organization and support Hezbollah activities in Latin America.
The United States and China's complex cooperation and rivalry ... eastasiaforum.org 1 fact
claimTo mitigate economic friction with the United States and support exports, Chinese policymakers are strategizing to strengthen commercial ties in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa, including countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative.