The international scenario is marked by the projection of US strength in Latin America, with the sending of its largest aircraft carrier to the region amid tensions with Venezuela, which is preparing for a possible conflict. At the same time, Latin America sees a tightening of security policies, with Ecuador adopting a prison model inspired by El Salvador, while Europe reevaluates its own strategies, discussing the creation of a continental intelligence agency and reviewing information pacts.
USA: Tariffs, diplomacy and force projection
US President Donald Trump wants to lower coffee tariffs and warns of losses of US$3 trillion if the courts overturn his rates. The governor of California criticized the impacts on Brazil. In the military field, the USA also sent its largest aircraft carrier to Latin America. Russia criticizes American diplomacy with Nigeria and Venezuela. In contrast, Bolivia seeks to get closer to the USA, distancing itself from Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua. Amid tensions, the Venezuelan regime is preparing for a possible conflict with the United States.
Security and economy in Latin America
Ecuador opened an isolation prison modeled after El Salvador. The police operation in Rio de Janeiro became a topic in the Chilean presidential debate. In the economy, Argentine president Javier Milei plans to transform the country into a powerhouse in copper production. Venezuela, in turn, classifies its economy as “imperturbable”, despite high inflation and falling GDP.
Europe debates new security strategies
The European Union is considering creating its own intelligence agency, which raises fears about the concentration of power among diplomats. In France, authorities are investigating a drone that illegally flew over a strategic explosives factory. The UK has also re-evaluated partnerships and halted information sharing with the US following attacks in the Caribbean.
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