The United States are diverting military aid that was intended for Europe and the Middle East to Latin America. This decision represents a significant change in American foreign policy regarding these regions.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited three South American countries last week: Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. During these visits, Rubio promised additional US support to these nations.
The change in military aid distribution comes in a context of reorientation of US strategic priorities. The Latin American region thus receives greater attention and resources from the American administration.
The promise of additional support made by Rubio to the leaders of the three South American countries indicates a deepening of bilateral relations between the United States and Latin America, with particular focus on military and security cooperation.
