China's decades-long expansion in Latin America through trade and investment is increasingly influenced by Donald Trump's policies. Despite Beijing's significant presence, regional relationships are not immune to external political pressures.

For over two decades, China’s rise in Latin America has been viewed as one of the most significant geopolitical developments in the western hemisphere. Through trade, investment, infrastructure projects and diplomatic engagement, Beijing built a presence that would have been difficult to imagine at the beginning of the century. The strategy appeared highly successful. Beijing became a leading trading partner for much of the region, financed major projects, expanded its diplomatic footprint and.....