Europe and Latin America: in need of a new paradigm

The relationship between Latin America and the European Union (EU) needs a new paradigm, with tools and strategies to tackle current and future challenges. European-Latin American relations are no longer what they once were. With China’s rise, the EU begins to lose relevance for the region at a time when Southern Europe begins to share some of Latin America’s problems.

The two regions are at opposite ends of the spectrum: Europe’s relative decline coincides with the ascent not only of Brazil and Mexico, but also of middle powers such as Colombia and Peru. Yet, in bot regions there is a growing trend towards greater internal fragmentation. Latin America’s relative rise and Europe’s gradual decline are changing the cooperation paradigm. This calls for a fresh look at the relationship.

EU: EEAS: Latin America and the Carribean https://eeas.europa.eu/diplomatic-network/latin-america-and-caribbean_en

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