The Chinese government held a meeting with Bolivia's top diplomat this week as part of a campaign to undo the damage to its reputation and interests in Latin America caused by Secretary of State Marco Rubio making his first international tour in the position to countries there vulnerable to Chinese influence. The post China Tries to Undo Damage in Latin America Ties Done by Rubio Trip appeared first on Breitbart.
China is working to repair its strained relations with Latin America, exacerbated by Secretary of State Marco Rubio's recent tour of the region. The Chinese government met with Bolivia's top diplomat and emphasized its commitment to being a "trustworthy" partner, while state media criticized U.S. humanitarian aid efforts. China has made diplomatic gains in Latin America under former President Joe Biden, including expanding the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and reducing support for Taiwan. However, Rubio's visit to Panama led to the expiration of Panama's BRI agreement, marking a significant setback for China. Chinese officials have also denied U.S. claims of undue influence over the Panama Canal. China continues to promote its economic and diplomatic ties in the region, countering U.S. influence.
