Trump’s power play in Latin America | FT #shorts
Financial Times·2025-12-08 05:07

US Foreign Policy in Latin America - The US aims to halt illegal migration, secure the southern border, stop drug flow, and roll back Chinese influence in Latin America [1] - Latin Americans view the US more negatively now [2] - The US seeks to mold the region's politics, rewarding allies and punishing foes [3] Potential Concerns - There are allegations of Washington bullying Latin America [3] - Concerns exist regarding human rights, particularly the treatment of migrants [4] - The US is potentially setting dangerous precedents with its approach to alleged drug traffickers [4] Future Outlook - The US administration indicates the focus on the Western Hemisphere is here to stay [5] - Latin Americans hope for more incentives than threats from the new US policy [5]