Alvaro Mendez and Chris Alden, LSE IDEAS researchers at the London School of Economics and Political Science, study China’s growing presence in Latin America, focusing on its trade and diplomatic relations, and strategic influence. They address the accelerated expansion of the People’s Republic of China’s commercial activities in the Latin American and Caribbean region in recent years.
Venezuela Becomes India’s Fourth Strategic Crude Supplier Amid Global Energy Realignment
A sharp increase in bilateral shipments during the second quarter of 2026 positions Venezuelan crude as a key alternative for Indian supply, historically accounting for nearly 80% of the Asian nation’s total imports from the South American country.
