In this conversation between Professor Maria Adele Carrai and Professor Enrique Dussel Peters, they discussed the recently published edited volume, "Connecting China, Latin America and the Caribbean: Infrastructures and Everyday Life." Professor Dussel Peters, a renowned economist at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico, has dedicated much of his career to exploring China's economic dynamics with Latin America since the 1990s. With his rich background in economic development and political economy, he discusses the extensive impact of Chinese infrastructure projects across Latin America and the Caribbean. The conversation explores a wide range of topics from the influence of Chinese culinary traditions and automobile sales to the broader geopolitical implications of China’s growing soft power in the region. This insightful dialogue not only highlights the book’s exploration of the more multi-faceted interactions between China and Latin America but also the strategic economic, cultural, and technological engagements reshaping everyday lives in these regions.

🔍 Discussion Highlights:

• China's Influence: Explore the extensive impact of China's economic and cultural presence in Latin America.
• Infrastructure Projects: From dams to telecommunication networks, learn about the diverse infrastructure initiatives led by Chinese enterprises.
• Cultural Interactions: Discover how Chinese culinary traditions and products, like automobiles, are reshaping everyday life in the region.
• Soft Power: Understand China's strategic use of non-political influence through infrastructure and everyday interactions.
• Globalization: A unique perspective on the globalization process with Chinese characteristics, contrasting with Western-led initiatives.
• Technology & Security: Insights into the expansion of Chinese technology in Latin America and the implications for critical infrastructure.

📖 About the Book:

"Connecting China, Latin America, and the Caribbean: Infrastructure and Everyday Life" examines the profound impact of Chinese investments and infrastructure projects on the local environments and economies in the region, fostering new forms of global connectivity.

Key Questions Addressed:

1. Why this book and why now? - 2:25
2. What are the central themes of the book? - 3:55
3. How does China's increasing presence affect Latin America?
4. The role of soft power in China's strategy. - 5:33
5. Competition between global powers in the region. - 7:17
6. Globalization with Chinese characteristics. - 12:45
7. Specific examples of Chinese infrastructure projects in Latin America. - 24:50
8. The role of advanced technology sectors in the China-Latin America relationship. - 28:00

👥 Final Message from Enrique Dussel Peters:
Integration of existing research across China, the U.S., and Latin America is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of these dynamic relationships.

Don't miss this in-depth discussion that highlights the multifaceted interactions and strategic engagements between China and Latin America, and how they are reshaping everyday lives.

📘 Buy the Book: Connecting China, Latin America, and the Caribbean: Infrastructure and Everyday Life (https://upittpress.org/books/97808229...)
🎵: Intro & Outro Sound Credit: Peritune Awayuki -【無料フリーBGM】華やかな和風チルアウト「Awayuki」