Huawei-funded trip raises concerns about influence over Peruvian Congress agenda

Diplomacy 2023-07-31

Huawei-funded trip raises concerns about influence over Peruvian Congress agenda

Huawei, which outwardly was just a cell phone and consumer product manufacturer, in reality is supported heavily by the Chinese government and has deep links to the People's Liberation Army.

Missing for a month: Where is Qin Gang, China's foreign minister?

Diplomacy 2023-07-24

Missing for a month: Where is Qin Gang, China's foreign minister?

Xi Jinping has led a targeted anti-corruption campaign, primarily focused on eliminating political opposition and potential rivals within the party.

War 'pain' to pastries: new path for ex-Russian diplomat in Uruguay

Diplomacy 2023-07-21

War 'pain' to pastries: new path for ex-Russian diplomat in Uruguay

Outraged by Putin's Ukraine war, Ukrainian-born Russian diplomat Ekaterina Germanovich resigned her post in Montevideo days after the invasion and carved out a new path: baking.

EU's Latin America summit underscores rift over Russia

Diplomacy 2023-07-18

EU's Latin America summit underscores rift over Russia

The EU pledged more investment for Latin America as part of a revamp of its international relationships prompted by Russia's war on Ukraine and the growing wariness of China.

Paraguay's Pena says Taiwan ties make 'more sense' than China

Diplomacy 2023-07-17

Paraguay's Pena says Taiwan ties make 'more sense' than China

Paraguay has seen that switching diplomatic recognition from Taiwan to China has not improved but actually worsened Costa Rica's or Panama's economic situation.

Paraguay's president-elect vows to be 'on the side' of Taiwan

Diplomacy 2023-07-12

Paraguay's president-elect vows to be 'on the side' of Taiwan

Asuncion is one of the few remaining capitals in Latin American to still recognize Taiwan after Beijing spent decades convincing Taipei's allies to switch sides.

US-Latin America partnership key in combating Chinese espionage efforts

Diplomacy 2023-07-06

US-Latin America partnership key in combating Chinese espionage efforts

A Chinese 'spy base' in Cuba is the latest example of Beijing's growing espionage operations in Latin America.