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US-China Visa Row Puts Argentina’s Huawei Ties Under Pressure
Argentina’s CALF electricity cooperative says US Embassy officials threatened visa restrictions against executives involved in expanding its Huawei partnership. The cooperative has sought clarification from the embassy and Argentina’s Foreign Ministry. US…
The Story in Brief
Argentina’s CALF electricity cooperative says US Embassy officials threatened visa restrictions against executives involved in expanding its Huawei partnership. The cooperative has sought clarification from the embassy and Argentina’s Foreign Ministry. US Ambassador Peter Lamelas did not directly comment, but said on X that visa decisions protect American security and interests.
China’s embassy in Buenos Aires accused Washington of hypocrisy and interference in Argentina’s affairs. The dispute comes as President Javier Milei maintains close political ties with the United States while deepening economic links with China. Argentina has renewed its currency swap agreement with Beijing for five years, while Huawei is involved in CALF’s planned fibre-optic network. The electricity cooperatives’ federation has sought transparent talks with the ambassador.
The Indian Opinion
The easy story is that Milei must choose between Washington and Beijing. That ignores Argentina’s economic needs and the practical difference between trade, finance and sensitive telecommunications infrastructure. China’s charge of US arrogance deserves scrutiny, but CALF’s account also needs documentary proof, not just WhatsApp messages and public statements. The useful test is whether the US Embassy confirms a formal visa policy, and whether Argentina’s regulators examine Huawei’s network on security and procurement grounds.
Source: indiatoday.in
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