Latin American leaders look to Asia as fear of US tariffs looms

Latin American leaders look to Asia as fear of US tariffs looms

The NewsBrazil’s president signed a series of deals with China during a state visit to Beijing, showcasing Latin American leaders’ efforts to diversify their ties away from the US. The continent had been upping its trade with China in recent years, but Washington’s array of tariffs — alongside the specter of suspended “Liberation Day” duties being reimposed — has driven regional leaders to accelerate a push to widen their range of trading partne…