Russia's influence in Colombia seen as marginal, detrimental: Report

Diplomacy 2025-03-21

Russia's influence in Colombia seen as marginal, detrimental: Report

Colombia remains wary of Russia, citing concerns over espionage, election interference and Moscow's growing ties with Venezuela. A new report reveals why stronger diplomatic or economic relations between the two nations are unlikely.

Panama takes next steps to end Chinese firm's control of key canal ports

Diplomacy 2025-02-28

Panama takes next steps to end Chinese firm's control of key canal ports

The proposal has been well received, as critics say the economic benefits of the concession have been minimal and that it amounts to a 'colonial enclave.'

Panama's withdrawal from China's BRI linked to questionable economic benefits

Diplomacy 2025-02-11

Panama's withdrawal from China's BRI linked to questionable economic benefits

Panama's president expressed doubt whether the agreement 'really contributed to the country.'

'Wolf warrior' diplomacy: China's aggressive approach irks Latin America

Diplomacy 2025-02-04

'Wolf warrior' diplomacy: China's aggressive approach irks Latin America

'Stupid,' 'fake news' and 'hypocrite' are some of the terms that Chinese diplomats in Latin America routinely toss around during their attempts to score points in online brawls.

Russian diplomats refuse breathalyzer in Argentina, fueling diplomatic tensions

Diplomacy 2025-01-03

Russian diplomats refuse breathalyzer in Argentina, fueling diplomatic tensions

Neighbors of the Russian embassy in Buenos Aires regularly complain about its impact on the community.

Huawei spying allegations: Paraguay investigates targeting of Taiwanese ambassador

Diplomacy 2024-12-20

Huawei spying allegations: Paraguay investigates targeting of Taiwanese ambassador

Police chased away two men in a car who were aiming an electronic device at the Taiwanese ambassador's residence.

Mercosur's united front: A strategic response to China

Diplomacy 2024-12-12

Mercosur's united front: A strategic response to China

Brazil and Argentina recognize the peril of letting China negotiate with individual Latin American nations. They prefer collective talks with the Asian giant instead.

Chinese diplomat expelled from Paraguay after urging rejection of Taiwan

Diplomacy 2024-12-11

Chinese diplomat expelled from Paraguay after urging rejection of Taiwan

A senior Chinese envoy to Latin America harangued Paraguayan lawmakers to switch diplomatic ties rather than attending a UNESCO conference for which he was accredited.

Fall of al-Assad regime in Syria shows risks of relying on Moscow

Diplomacy 2024-12-11

Fall of al-Assad regime in Syria shows risks of relying on Moscow

Bogged down by its war of choice in Ukraine, Russia had to watch its main ally in the Middle East fall to rebels. Will Venezuela be next?

Cuban economic collapse forces China to rethink trade ties

Diplomacy 2024-10-29

Cuban economic collapse forces China to rethink trade ties

The relationship between Cuba and China has developed into pro forma declarations of solidarity, with little to show for them.