The Monroe Doctrine was used to keep Latin America subordinate to U.S. interests. With Lula back, Latin America is focused on the urgency of regional integration and lessening the dependence on the U.S.

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https://prospect.org/world/2023-01-05-latin-americas-pink-partnership/

Latin America’s Pink Partnership

Latin America’s regional integration promises to make the region more resilient to pandemics, extreme weather, and geopolitical turmoil. The U.S. should recognize a potential partner—not a threat.

The American Prospect