哥媒：美驻哥大使上任就炒“中国威胁”

Core Viewpoint - The new U.S. Ambassador to Costa Rica, Melinda Hilderbrand, has emphasized the so-called "China threat" upon her arrival, aligning with U.S. government policies aimed at disrupting normal cooperation between Latin American countries and China [1][2] Group 1: U.S. Positioning in Latin America - Hilderbrand's statements reflect the U.S. government's strategy to maintain its dominance in the Western Hemisphere, as outlined in the National Security Strategy Report released in December [2] - The U.S. aims to suppress leftist governments in Latin America and curb the influence of other major powers, particularly China, through various means including political, economic, military, and media strategies [2] Group 2: Costa Rica's Diplomatic Relations - Costa Rica has historically balanced its relations between Washington and Beijing since establishing diplomatic ties with China in 2007, engaging in numerous economic cooperation projects [1] - Recent U.S. administrations have urged Costa Rica to exercise caution in its relationship with China, indicating a shift in diplomatic dynamics [1]