Trump Gathers Latin America for 'Shield of the Americas' to Counter China

President Donald Trump hosts the 'Shield of the Americas' summit at his Miami golf club, aiming to shift US foreign policy focus to Latin America and counter Chinese influence. Despite recent global conflicts, he seeks to reinforce US dominance in the region and address drug cartels.

President Donald Trump convenes with Latin American leaders at his Miami golf resort for the 'Shield of the Americas' summit, marking a shift in US foreign policy towards the Western Hemisphere amid global crises.

The meeting aims to reinforce US dominance in Latin America and counter Chinese influence, as Trump targets drug cartels and economic encroachments. The summit follows heightened tensions with Iran after a recent US-Israel military campaign.

The summit excludes some of the region's largest countries, like Brazil and Colombia, and faces challenges amid regional leaders balancing US and Chinese interests. Trump's push also includes deploying a 'Trump Corollary' to curb Chinese presence in Latin America.

(With inputs from agencies.)