In little more than a decade, the regime of Nicolás Maduro has led Venezuela to the brink of collapse. The crisis in the South American country not only affects its own people, but also undermines regional and international stability, Spanish think tank Elcano Royal Institute says in an April 5 [ … ]
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Brazil and China: Asymmetric and Troubling Relationship – PART I
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s visit to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in early 2023 was greeted by the country’s top leader with friendly words. “You are our old friend and a good friend. It was with your attention and support that China-Brazil relations achieved a great [ … ]
Tradewinds 24: Unity and Skills Shine at WPS Challenge
Seeking to test their athleticism and mental agility, teams from eight countries met on the sandy shores of Paragon Army Base, Barbados, for the highly anticipated Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Team Building Challenge, within international exercise Tradewinds 24, May 11. Two-person teams from the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominican Republic, [ … ]
Ecuador Pledges to Promote Regional Security
Ecuador pledged to strengthen collaboration and coordination among partner nations with the support of AMERIPOL and EUROPOL through the Latin American Interior Security Committee (CLASI), as a strategy to improve security in the hemisphere, Argentine news site Infobae reported. “Today we must confront organized crime without borders,” said Ecuador’s Minister [ … ]
UN Adopts Historic Resolution on AI
The United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly unanimously adopted on March 21 a groundbreaking resolution to ensure the development of “safe, secure, and trustworthy” artificial intelligence (AI). More than 120 member countries supported the U.S.-proposed initiative, the U.N. indicated in a statement. This resolution seeks to reduce the digital divide between [ … ]
Experts Warn about Iran’s Increasing Threat to Latin America
A threatening scenario has been in the making in the region: Iran’s calculated expansion into Latin America. Experts have warned about Tehran’s efforts to establish a foothold in the Western Hemisphere, cozying up to like-minded regimes with the objective of threatening democracy and stability. The region is starting to take [ … ]
Iran’s ‘Soft Power’ in Latin America, Seeking to Mobilize Support
Iran’s patient insertion campaign in Latin America has focused on a “soft power” strategy to consolidate its influence in the region, news platform Latinoamérica21 reported. Tehran increased its approach in 2005, under the administration of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who established ties with Venezuela’s Hugo Chávez. This alliance arose during Iran’s international [ … ]
Argentina, US, United for Regional Security
Argentina and the United States have reaffirmed their common strategic vision for a safer region: to confront the negative influence of China, Iran, Russia, and narcotrafficking that impact the region and threatens the stability of democracy in Latin America, Argentine news site Infobae reported. “These communist countries are working together [ … ]
Tradewinds 24 Begins
The flags of 26 nations were ceremoniously unfurled at Paragon Army Base, in Barbados, marking the official commencement of Tradewinds 24, May 4. As they fluttered in the breeze, they created a vibrant presentation of diversity and unity. From the rich hues representing the Caribbean nations to the bold stripes [ … ]
Nicaragua and Russia: Strategic Alliance or Spy Nest?
Nicaragua’s National Assembly approved an agreement to establish a Russia-funded and administered police training center. This measure, which the Daniel Ortega regime pushed through in mid-March, raises concerns about the real intentions behind the Russia-Nicaragua cooperation. “In the post-pandemic, Ortega renewed the authorization for Russian military operations, which together with [ … ]
China’s Stake in Peru’s Ports, Increased Cause for Concern
In late March, the Peruvian government, through the Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversión), awarded the New San Juan de Marcona Port Terminal project, in the Ica region, to Chinese firm Jinzhao Peru Port Terminal for its design, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance. Work on the mega-port is expected to begin [ … ]
CENTAM Guardian 24, Preparing Against Threats in Central America
Multinational military exercise CENTAM Guardian 2024 concluded in Honduras at the Soto Cano Air Base in Comayagua. Phase one of the U.S. Southern Command- (SOUTHCOM) sponsored exercise, carried out April 1-12, saw the participation of 284 military personnel from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, as well as 212 U.S. troops. [ … ]