2018 will be a pivotal year for energy in Latin America, as the region’s top oil producers are set to hold presidential elections that could lead to sweeping policy changes.
Diplomatic relations between Venezuela and Colombia are at their most tense in recent decades.
The economic, political and social crises in Venezuela grow more alarming every day. With elections on the horizon, the end is far from near.
China is an increasingly important economic partner for Latin America.
As oil prices drop, Venezuela and Ecuador are turning to China for more financial support.
Chinese media indicate concern over China’s financial links with Venezuela.
Venezuela accounts for roughly half of China’s total financing in Latin America.
Chinese media coverage of Latin America in February focused primarily on opposition protests in Venezuela.
Which Latin American leaders have mentioned China most in their tweets and posts?
Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro left China last month with a supposed show of support from the Chinese government.
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