Dragon in the Americas: China’s Power, Presence, and Regional Influence

Wed 27 Jan · Room 103 · WC1H

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In this seminar, Leland Lazarus will discuss his book Dragon in the Americas: China’s Power, Presence, and Regional Influence, which offers a sweeping, on-the-ground analysis of how China is reshaping Latin America and the Caribbean across trade, technology, security, and geopolitics—revealing growing strategic competition in the Western Hemisphere. Drawing on original research, fieldwork, and policy experience, the book moves beyond simplistic “China threat” or “White Knight” development partner narratives to uncover a far more complex reality.

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