U.S.-Colombia Deportation Dispute Opens Door for Increased Chinese Influence

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U.S.-Colombia Deportation Dispute Opens Door for Increased Chinese Influence in Latin America

• Initial Conflict: Colombian President Gustavo Petro refused to allow U.S. military deportation flights to land, citing concerns over the treatment of migrants arriving in handcuffs. He insisted that deportees be treated with "dignity and respect."

• U.S. Response: In retaliation, President Donald Trump threatened Colombia with tariffs, visa restrictions, and banking sanctions, escalating tensions between the two nations.

• Diplomatic Resolution: A late-night agreement was reached to avert an immediate crisis, but the rapid escalation left many in Latin America uneasy about U.S. aggression.