US and China Jostle for Influence in Latin America
Summary
The U.S. and China are competing for influence in Latin America. The U.S. conducted a military exercise called UNITAS 2025 with over a dozen Latin American countries, while China hosted a defense forum with leaders from 18 Latin American and Caribbean countries.Key Facts
- The U.S. held a military exercise named UNITAS 2025 involving more than a dozen Latin American countries.
- Photos show the U.S. used the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in this drill.
- About 8,000 personnel from 26 countries participated in the exercise, focusing on cooperation and partnership.
- China held the sixth China-Latin America High-Level Defense Forum in Beijing with 18 countries.
- China's Defense Minister expressed a desire for closer and more resilient defense ties with Latin American countries.
- The U.S. and China are both trying to strengthen their presence and influence in Latin America.
- The U.S. Naval Forces emphasized the exercise was aimed at demonstrating commitment to maritime security and shared values.
- China called for stronger international cooperation against transnational crimes and opposed external interference in Venezuela.
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