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China Dominates South America's EV Market Amid U.S. Tensions

11/20/2025

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China Dominates EV Market

China expands in South America's EV market, with growth in Peru, Chile, and Uruguay.
The Port of Chancay in Peru has become a key vehicle hub.
In Peru, EV sales rose 44% year-on-year due to affordable Chinese models.
BYD Co. Ltd. leads EV sales in Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay, doubling its market share.
The United States military's presence in the Caribbean prompts China to urge non-interference in Venezuela.

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China Threatens U.S. Agriculture

A report from the America First Policy Institute warns U.S. food systems are vulnerable.
China has gained control of significant American agriculture, including Smithfield Foods, which processes a quarter of U.S. pork.
Syngenta, acquired by ChemChina, is linked to forced labor in Xinjiang.
The report warns data collection from U.S. farms by Chinese firms could aid Chinese Communist Party.
The authors urge policymakers to restrict foreign ownership of agricultural assets.

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China Dominates EV Market

China expands in South America's EV market, with growth in Peru, Chile, and Uruguay.
The Port of Chancay in Peru has become a key vehicle hub.
In Peru, EV sales rose 44% year-on-year due to affordable Chinese models.
BYD Co. Ltd. leads EV sales in Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay, doubling its market share.
The United States military's presence in the Caribbean prompts China to urge non-interference in Venezuela.

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