“美国回撤西半球”是霸权变种

Core Viewpoint - The recent ruling by the Panama Supreme Court declaring the concession rights of CK Hutchison unconstitutional reflects significant geopolitical changes in the Western Hemisphere amid a shift in U.S. policy under Trump's administration, which has elevated the region's importance in U.S. global strategy, surpassing that of the EU and Asia-Pacific [1] Group 1: U.S. Policy and Strategy - The U.S. has adopted a "New Monroe Doctrine" to consolidate its hegemony in the Western Hemisphere, explicitly targeting non-Western Hemisphere competitors and aiming to establish a strategic backyard and security fortress dominated by the U.S. [2] - The U.S. Department of Defense's new defense strategy emphasizes protecting U.S. interests in the Western Hemisphere, aligning with the national security strategy to enhance control over Latin America as a critical area for U.S. expansion [2] - The U.S. is expected to adopt a more aggressive, coercive, and unilateral approach in its Latin American policies, with a clear direction towards multi-faceted and pervasive suppression of regional powers [2] Group 2: Impact on Latin America - The geopolitical competition between the U.S. and China has increased uncertainty in China-Latin America cooperation, but the long-term impact is expected to be limited as Latin American countries still view China as a respected and reliable trade partner [3] - The core tenets of the Monroe Doctrine have shifted from "America for Americans" to "America for Americans," guiding U.S. policy in Latin America and justifying interventionist and exclusionary policies that have historically caused significant suffering in the region [3] - The U.S. has conducted over 400 military interventions in its 250-year history, with 34% occurring in Latin America and the Caribbean, indicating a long-standing pattern of military involvement in the region [3] Group 3: Reactions and Alternatives - The U.S. intervention in Venezuela highlights the fundamental flaws of the "New Monroe Doctrine," revealing a regression from modern political civilization to primitive law, making it more challenging for Latin American countries to pursue peace and development [4] - Latin American countries are showing a divided attitude towards the U.S., with some factions compromising while others resist, yet many still prioritize their national interests in core matters [4] - The U.S. has failed to provide substantial economic support to meet the development needs of Latin American countries, instead using economic coercion and political manipulation, leading to a structural contradiction between U.S. security demands and Latin American development aspirations [5]