Experts discuss how Latin America navigates US-China tensions and pursues strategic autonomy.

In a podcast recorded on July 31, 2026, Brazilian policy expert Adriana Abdenur and former Mexican foreign minister Jorge Castañeda analyzed Latin America’s approach to balancing relations with the US and China.

The discussion highlighted Brazil’s focus on strategic autonomy and China’s influence as an economic partner and development model, while Mexico and Central America remain tied to US economic interests. The region faces mounting challenges as US-China competition reshapes global geopolitics.