Browsing: Strategic Influence

China’s global expansion of port infrastructure is widely regarded as part of a broader strategy to expand geopolitical influence, secure access to strategic supply chains, and strengthen its long-term positioning. According to the report, Anchoring Global Ambitions, published by AidData in partnership with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Beijing has spent the last two decades building an…

China’s growing role in Peru’s strategic infrastructure is raising new questions about economic dependence, control of critical logistics networks, and Beijing’s expanding influence in South America. In early 2026, the Peruvian government awarded Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA) a $420 million engineering, procurement, and construction contract to develop a 120-kilometer railway line, connecting the Port of Chancay, on Peru’s…

China’s penetration through universities, Confucius Institutes, collaborations with the academic world, scholarships, and international forums is growing in Latin America. The purposes are manifold, ranging from consensus building to industrial and military espionage, but the impact on the region is significant. In addition to compromising countries’ national and economic security, China undermines democracy in the region through propaganda and disinformation.…

The accelerated implementation of China-linked infrastructure projects across Latin America is increasingly challenging institutional oversight mechanisms during execution. This model, which prioritizes rapid delivery, often compresses evaluation and monitoring processes, affecting transparency and long-term sustainability. In countries facing institutional and oversight challenges, analysts warn that accelerated implementation can reduce opportunities for technical review, public scrutiny, and comprehensive oversight. While accelerated…