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Commands warn China and Russia are expanding footholds in Western Hemisphere; SOUTHCOM urges more presence and economic tools
Summary
U.S. combatant commanders told the House committee China and Russia are increasing economic, diplomatic and military influence in Latin America and the Caribbean and urged sustained security cooperation, presence and U.S. investment alternatives to Belt and Road projects.
Combatant commanders and Department of Defense officials told the House Armed Services Committee that China and Russia are expanding their presence across the Western Hemisphere and that the United States must increase presence and economic alternatives to maintain influence.
Admiral Alvin Halsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command, testified that China has increased investments and dual‑use projects in the region — from ports to telecommunications and…
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