Chile’s once-pioneering relationship with China is turning into dependency
Security Theme
Strategic Competition
Keywords
Chinese Activities, China, Latin America, Chile, Finance, Economy
Description
Chile, a pioneer in Latin American-Chinese relations, faces evolving dynamics under President Gabriel Boric's left-wing government. With asymmetrical ties, economic dependence on China, and increased Chinese investments, Chile navigates shifting perceptions. Despite a positive official discourse, non-official elites express mistrust. The growing influence extends to media, economy, and politics. Ongoing pragmatism, growing asymmetry, and public concerns about Chinese investments in critical sectors define Chile's outlook in the complex interplay of global geopolitics and economic realities.
Chile’s once-pioneering relationship with China is turning into dependency
Chile, a pioneer in Latin American-Chinese relations, faces evolving dynamics under President Gabriel Boric's left-wing government. With asymmetrical ties, economic dependence on China, and increased Chinese investments, Chile navigates shifting perceptions. Despite a positive official discourse, non-official elites express mistrust. The growing influence extends to media, economy, and politics. Ongoing pragmatism, growing asymmetry, and public concerns about Chinese investments in critical sectors define Chile's outlook in the complex interplay of global geopolitics and economic realities.
