A quiet but significant power shift has been unfolding across Latin America. While the United States has long been the dominant economic and political influence in the region, its recent inward turn under the “America First”...more
6/9/2025
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International Trade ,
Latin America ,
Mexico ,
NAFTA ,
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Trans-Pacific Partnership ,
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United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ,
US Trade Policies
Donald Trump’s first term in office pursued an aggressive foreign policy toward China, imposing tariffs, restricting technology transfers, and accusing Beijing of unfair trade practices. However, one unintended consequence of...more
China has significantly expanded its economic and geopolitical footprint in Latin America, particularly through the acquisition and development of critical infrastructure such as ports, airfields, and railways. This strategic...more
2/11/2025
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Energy Sector ,
Foreign Investment ,
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Infrastructure ,
International Trade ,
Investment ,
Latin America ,
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Maritime Transport ,
National Security ,
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Telecommunications ,
Trade Relations
Imagine a world where five powerhouse nations are redefining the global economic landscape. BRICS—an acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—is not just a coalition of emerging markets; it is a formidable...more
8/13/2024
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BRIC ,
China ,
Economic Development ,
Emerging Markets ,
Foreign Direct Investment ,
Foreign Investment ,
Global Market ,
India ,
Russia ,
SAFE ,
South Africa ,
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Recently, President Biden signed a foreign military support bill (H.R. 815) into law, which also encompassed the 21st Century Peace Through Strength Act (the Act), a legislative proposal introduced in the House containing...more
6/11/2024
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China ,
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Foreign Investment ,
IMMEX ,
India ,
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International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) ,
ITAR ,
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
Oil & Gas ,
Russia ,
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Section 301 ,
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Statute of Limitations ,
Technology Transfer Agreements ,
TWEA ,
U.S. Commerce Department ,
UK ,
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ,
USITC ,
USTR
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is a driving force behind global economic growth and development, acting as a lifeline of funding for nations around the world. Imagine a company from one corner of the globe setting up shop or...more
6/11/2024
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China ,
Economic Development ,
Emerging Markets ,
Foreign Direct Investment ,
Foreign Investment ,
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Global Market ,
India ,
Infrastructure ,
Innovative Technology ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
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Supply Chain
China and Taiwan have been locked in a tussle for decades over who gets to call the island country home. China considers Taiwan a breakaway province, while Taiwan sees itself as a sovereign nation....more