From F-16s to NATO, Argentina’s moves tilt West, but ties to China to last


by Breaking Defense

Breaking Defense— There are flashpoints to watch as Argentina navigates its future between the polar attractions of Washington and Beijing, including future defense deals and a deep space facility.

South China Morning Post—Argentina’s foreign minister pledges ‘China-friendly’ policy amid strained ties. Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges 'deeper cooperation' amid reports of US concerns over Chinese deep space telescope operating in Argentina.

www.theyeshivaworld.com—China’s President Arrives In Europe To Reinvigorate Ties At A Time Of Global Tensions. Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off a three-country trip to Europe on Sunday with the continent divided over how to deal with Beijing’s growing power and the U.S.-China rivalry. European carmakers are losing ground to subsidized Chinese electric vehicles. Diplomats fret about alleged Chinese spies in European capitals. And China’s continued defense trade with Russia […]

NBC News—China’s president arrives in Europe to reinvigorate ties at a time of global tensions. PARIS — Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off a three-country trip to Europe on Sunday with the continent divided over how to deal with Beijing’s growing power and the U.S.-China rivalry. European carmakers are losing ground to subsidized Chinese electric vehicles. Diplomats fret about alleged Chinese spies in European capitals. And China’s continued defense trade with Russia worries anyone in Europe who supports war-ravaged Ukraine and fears that the Russian army won’t stop there. But Europe...