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Iran’ Re-engagement with some Latin America Countries

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56221/spt.v2i4.43

Keywords:

Iran, Latin America, BRICS, China, USA, International relations, Opportunities, Sanctions

Abstract

The article presents the resumption of Iran's relations with Latin America and the opportunities this offers for political and economic interaction. It highlights Iran's acceptance into the BRICS during the organization's summit in Johannesburg in 2023, which accelerated the reestablishment of Iran's contacts with the international community. In addition, China's role in its economic strengthening is mentioned, as well as its encouragement to Latin American and Caribbean governments to collaborate without concern for the U.S. Overall, a broad view is offered on the current state of Iran-Latin America relations and the challenges and opportunities that this entails.

Author Biography

Robert Evan Ellis, National War College

Robert Evan Ellis is a renowned U.S. academic and public policy analyst specializing in Latin America and the Caribbean. His extensive experience addresses security, defense and international relations issues in the region. He has worked in prestigious academic and governmental institutions, advising the Department of Defense and the Department of State. His publications and lectures focus on topics such as Chinese influence, drug trafficking and hemispheric cooperation. As a professor of National Security Studies at the Institute for Global Studies at the National War College in the United States, his perspective is valued in academic and policy circles related to Latin America and the Caribbean.

Published

2023-10-31 — Updated on 2023-11-05

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