Trump Administration to 'Tension' Brazil Elections Out of Fear of China, Says Expert on Latin American Right-Wing

Regiane Bressan, a professor of International Relations specializing in Latin America, suggests that the Trump administration will 'tension' Brazil's elections due to fears related to China. Bressan notes a recent trend of right-wing victories across Latin America, citing examples like Keiko Fujimori in Peru and Abelardo de la Espriella in Colombia. She attributes this shift to factors such as distrust in traditional politics, social media influence, and the search for quick solutions to complex problems. However, Bressan emphasizes that the United States plays a significant role, directly or indirectly, in regional decisions. She believes this 'tension' from the U.S. will extend to Brazil's upcoming elections, regardless of whether a right-wing president is automatically a Trump ally. The expert highlights the pervasive discourse on public security in these campaigns.