In the Shadows of Influence: Latin America's Rising Geopolitical Arena
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As Washington remains entangled in the affairs of Eastern Europe and the Indo-Pacific, foreign powers like China and Russia are quietly gaining ground in Latin America. Their expanding influence, through economic investments, resource control, and strategic alliances, positions them to shift the region’s political and security landscape in ways that directly impact U.S. interests. This piece will examine how the U.S. can fortify its own backyard by fostering genuine, mutually beneficial relationships with Latin American nations. By prioritizing economic opportunities and a coordinated approach to security, the U.S. can counter foreign influence and solidify a coalition with its neighbors to the south—an essential step to ensuring regional stability and protecting American interests at home.
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