Regardless of whether this new round of threats ends up being implemented or not, expectations can have a big effect even before anything concrete actually happens.
The region must unite to avoid falling into the colonial logic, shared by both the U.S. and China, which positions it as a mere supplier of raw materials.
Trump's actions suggest a revitalization of the Monroe Doctrine in Latin America with global reach, seeking to pursue and counter Chinese influence in the world.
Autonomy is not a gift or a declaration of intentions. It is a political, economic, and cultural construction that requires determination and political will.
