China, Latin America & the environment Featured Argentina moves ahead with Latin America’s first solar train Jujuy’s 300-kilometre track could stimulate jobs, income, and Chinese interest – if it materialises
Bolivia Will exporting beef to China cause deforestation in Bolivia? The opening of the Chinese market to Bolivian beef is a boon for livestock farmers but the environmental consequences could be severe
Ecuador Indigenous communities take legal action over Ecuador’s largest mine Local people seek justice through the courts over forced evictions and lack of consultation at Mirador copper mine
China China plans landmark biodiversity talks Next year Kunming will host the most important biodiversity conference for a decade
Ecuador IDB meets quietly in Guayaquil after China dispute Low-profile, rescheduled Ecuador meeting that follows Venezuela row misses an opportunity for openness and participation
Mexico AMLO’s return to oil President's fossil fuel-heavy energy plan jeopardises Mexico’s green transition and climate commitments
World Trade war threatens instability and deforestation in Latin America US-China tensions have increased Latin American exports, but could expand agriculture and hit demand
Colombia Saving biodiversity requires social solutions – new IPBES head Local communities and the young can help arrest species loss, Ana María Hernández tells Diálogo Chino
China Meat substitutes could cut China’s overseas climate footprint The rise of plant-based meat alternatives could reduce pressures on land and water
Paraguay Would a Paraguay-China trade pact harm the environment? Soy and beef producers eye Chinese market amid fears more production could drive deforestation and agrochemical overuse
Brazil Black earth: the Amazon’s sustainable farming legacy Dark soil shows those who lived in the region for 2,000 years managed and preserved fertile ground
Bolivia Bolivian quinoa producers place hope in China Bolivia expects organic quinoa market in China to boost prices amid climate and food security challenges
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