China is doubling down on Latin America ties to bolster influence and trade, experts say

China President Xi Jinping last week inaugurated a $3.5 billion megaport, majority-owned by China state shipping company Cosco, during a trip to Peru.

Business - CNBC - 4 hours ago

How China Capitalized on U.S. Indifference in Latin America

Xi Jinping’s visit for summits and the inauguration of a port illustrates what some have called China’s economic marginalization of the U.S. in the region.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Megaport opens up Latin America to Chinese trade as US looks on

A new China-backed megaport in Peru may create whole new trade routes that will bypass North America entirely.

The pink tide is drowning Latin America

Where the populist left is in control, economies and markets are faltering

World - Financial Times - October 21

Trump's Latin America policy to likely focus on controlling migration, former ambassador says

Trump adviser Carlos Trujillo said that the incoming administration will likely have to expand its focus beyond Mexico and the Northern Triangle to stem migration.

South America’s ‘made in China’ megaport prepares to transform trade

Beijing-backed project in Peru poses strategic challenge to US as Donald Trump prepares to take office in January

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Rebecca Minkoff Doubles Down, Says ‘Real Housewives’ Is Good for Business

Minkoff recently announced she was joining the show solely to promote her brand. She thinks it was a sound decision—and now she has the numbers to prove it.

Business - Inc. - October 21

Tim Cook is likely visiting China to bolster support for Apple Intelligence, analysts say

The CEO met with China's Minister of Industry and Information Technology as well as the heads of some local companies, including China Mobile and Weibo.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Trade, Taiwan and now Trump: China braces for a volatile new era in U.S. ties

Former President Donald Trump's election win over Kamala Harris could increase tensions with China over trade tariffs, Taiwan, technology and more.

Chinese influence operation targets U.S. down-ballot races, Microsoft says

Affected lawmakers — all Republicans — include Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama, Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas and Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee.

AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean

Oct. 18-24, 2024 Millions of Cubans were left without electricity for days after the nation’s energy grid went down when one of the island’s major power plants failed. The Amazon River naturally ...

World - ABC News - October 25

AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean

Oct. 25-31, 2024 Fans of Argentina's Lanús launch fireworks ahead of a Copa Sudamericana match against Brazil's Cruzeiro. Kayapos protest a proposed constitutional amendment in Brazil that ...

World - ABC News - November 1

AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean

Nov. 8-14, 2024 World leaders arrive in Lima, Peru, for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. People riding horses celebrate Tradition Day in Argentina. Musicians gather in the Zócalo, ...

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'Americas First?' A second Trump term could be a renaissance for Latin America

Donald Trump's "America First" approach to Latin American relations could lead to more authentic and sustainable partnerships based on mutual economic interests, addressing the root causes of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Chiefs bolster pass rush, trade for Patriots' Uche

The Chiefs acquired pass rusher Joshua Uche in a trade with the Patriots on Monday.

Sports - ESPN - October 28

Lions bolster pass rush, trade for Browns' Smith

The Lions added a pass rusher before the NFL trade deadline, acquiring Za'Darius Smith in a deal with the Browns.

Sports - ESPN - November 5

ASEAN continues to emerge as a winner of U.S.-China trade tensions, IMF says

Southeast Asia has continued to emerge as an economic winner of increasing geopolitical tensions between China and the United States, according to the IMF.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Chinese smartphone maker Oppo doubles down on AI, says in regular talks with Google and Microsoft

As Chinese smartphone company Oppo gears up for a flagship phone launch overseas, it says it has weekly AI talks with Google and Microsoft senior management.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Organised crime has taken on a different shape in Latin America

The US and Europe must partner with the region to dismantle bigger and stronger criminal enterprises

World - Financial Times - October 21

Latin America’s hydro power bet suffers effects of climate change

Drought and floods have played havoc with production across region where almost half of electricity comes from water sources

World - Financial Times - November 11

FedEx builds capacity in Latin America with new flight routes

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

NFL trade deadline updates: Ravens, Commanders bolster defenses with CB deals

Washington's resurgence continues as it acquired Marshon Lattimore, while Baltimore nabbed Tre'Davious White. Keep up with all the deadline day action.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

NFL trade deadline: playoff-chasing Lions and Commanders bolster defenses

Washington trade for Saints CB Marshon Lattimore Detroit grab defensive end Za’Darius Smith from Browns The NFC East-leading Washington Commanders made a move to help them stay in first place, ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

NFL trade deadline winners and losers: While Chiefs and Lions bolster Super Bowl hopes, Cowboys sacrifice only their future

DeAndre Hopkins is already paying off for the Chiefs and the Lions and Commanders beefed up on defense. But what are the Cowboys and Steelers both made underwhelming additions.

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