China-Latin America Forum: Perspectives and Debates

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Agregar a calendario 2025-04-23 09:00:00 2025-04-24 18:00:00 Foro China-Latinoamérica: Perspectivas y Debates Sobre el Evento Este foro proporcionará plataformas tanto presenciales como virtuales diseñadas para facilitar discusiones sólidas y compartir conocimientos sobre las complejas relaciones entre China y la Región Andina. También ofrecerá apoyo técnico y oportunidades de creación de capacidad mediante talleres y sesiones de capacitación dirigidos por expertos destacados. Los panelistas presentarán investigaciones y perspectivas de vanguardia mientras realizan sesiones de aplicación práctica sobre dimensiones clave como la económica, política y social. Registrarse Objetivo y alcance esperado La Región Andina de América del Sur ha dependido históricamente de las exportaciones de productos básicos como petróleo, minerales y productos agrícolas, lo que ha generado altibajos económicos por las fluctuaciones de los precios globales. Además, ha dependido de tecnología extranjera y de importaciones de productos manufacturados. En las últimas tres décadas, China ha emergido como un actor clave, invirtiendo en infraestructura y extracción de recursos, convirtiéndose en un proveedor de tecnología y socio comercial importante, lo que ha influido en la dinámica política, social y económica de la región influyendo tanto en las oportunidades de crecimiento como en las dependencias. El foro "China-América Latina: Perspectivas y Debates" profundizará en estas dinámicas contemporáneas, reuniendo a destacados académicos y líderes empresariales. El foro, que se celebrará a través de talleres, sesiones de formación técnica y debates en grupos de expertos, tiene por objetivos: Promover una acción informada, estratégica y colectiva en el análisis crítico de la influencia de China en América Latina, particularmente en la Región Andina. Promover una comprensión más profunda de las estrategias económicas, tecnológicas y políticas de China en la Región Andina. Evaluar el impacto de la gobernanza interna, los objetivos de política exterior y las acciones globales de China sobre la democracia, las instituciones y la legislación en América Latina. Objetivos Clave Desarrollar y mejorar las competencias: Capacitar a los participantes para que evalúen críticamente el impacto de las actividades de China en América Latina. Facilitar el diálogo y la investigación: organizar plataformas para debates interdisciplinarios e iniciativas de investigación a largo plazo sobre el papel de China en la región. Establecer una red de especialistas: crear una red de expertos para proporcionar análisis y perspectivas continuas sobre las actividades de China en América Latina. Mesas Temáticas Política, historia y relaciones internacionales Se abordará la relación de China con la región y sus países. Esto incluye temas de relaciones internacionales, geopolítica, cooperación bilateral y multilateral, regionalismo, migración. Gobernanza, influencia y política Se centra en las políticas de ciudadanía, el modelo de gobernanza de China, la participación ciudadana y los intercambios intergubernamentales. Los temas incluyen las responsabilidades sociales y legislativas de las empresas chinas, estudios laborales y la influencia del gobierno chino en América Latina. Economía, comercio e inversión Analiza el crecimiento económico, el comercio y las inversiones financiadas por China, en particular en las industrias extractivas. Las discusiones se centrarán en las relaciones económicas, los balances comerciales, la extracción de recursos no renovables y el desarrollo de infraestructura, con un enfoque en los acuerdos comerciales andinos. Intercambios académicos y culturales Explora colaboraciones como iniciativas conjuntas de investigación y programas de intercambio de estudiantes, destacando las complejidades de las interacciones académicas y culturales intercontinentales. Impacto medioambiental Esta sección pretende evaluar y estudiar la compleja relación entre las actividades extractivas y de infraestructura y su impacto medioambiental, centrándose en la pesca y minería ilegal. Tecnología de la información y las comunicaciones Evalúa el uso de la tecnología de China en América Latina, los desafíos de la gobernanza digital, la expansión de la "Ruta de la seda digital" y el desarrollo de tecnologías 5G y AI. Proyectos de infraestructura de China Examina los proyectos patrocinados por China en la región andina, abordando los retrasos y los desafíos para garantizar el desarrollo de infraestructuras de calidad. FLACSO (miércoles 23 de abril) y USFQ campus, Cumbayá (jueves 24 de abril) USFQ no-reply@usfq.edu.ec America/Guayaquil public
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About the Event

This forum will provide in-person and virtual platforms to facilitate robust discussions and knowledge sharing on the complex relationships between China and the Andean Region. It will also offer technical support and capacity-building opportunities through workshops and training sessions led by distinguished experts.

Panelists will present cutting-edge research and perspectives while conducting practical application sessions on key subjects such as economics, politics, and society.

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Objective and Expected Scope

The Andean Region of South America has historically relied on exports of commodities such as oil, minerals, and agricultural products, leading to economic fluctuations driven by global price changes. Additionally, it has relied on foreign technology and imports of manufactured goods. Over the last three decades, China has emerged as a key player in infrastructure and resource extraction, becoming a technology provider and an important trade partner, influencing the region’s political, social, and economic dynamics, and therefore impacting both growth opportunities and dependencies.

The forum "China-Latin America: Perspectives and Debates" will delve into these contemporary dynamics, bringing together leading scholars, and business leaders.

The forum, which will be held through workshops, technical training sessions, and expert panel discussions, aims to:

  • Promote informed, strategic, and collective action in critically analyzing the influence of China in Latin America, particularly in the Andean Region.
  • Foster a deeper understanding of China’s economic, technological, and political strategies in the Andean Region.
  • Assess the impact of China’s domestic governance, foreign policy goals, and global actions on democracy, institutions, and legislation in Latin America.

Key Objectives

  • Develop and enhance competencies: Train participants to critically assess the impact of China's activities in Latin America.
  • Facilitate dialogue and research: Organize platforms for interdisciplinary discussions and long-term research initiatives on China’s role in the region.
  • Establish a network of specialists: Create a network of experts to provide ongoing analysis and perspectives on China’s activities in Latin America.

Thematic Tables

Politics, History, and International Relations

Politics, history, and international relations

This section will address China's relationship with the region and its countries. Topics include international relations, geopolitics, bilateral and multilateral cooperation, regionalism, and migration.

China's Governance model and Free Speech

Governance, influence, and politics

This section focuses on citizenship policies, China’s governance model, civic participation, and intergovernmental exchanges. Topics include social and legislative responsibilities of Chinese companies, labor studies, and the influence of the Chinese government in Latin America.

Economy, Trade, and Investment

Economy, trade, and investment

This section analyzes economic growth, trade, and investments funded by China, particularly in extractive industries. Discussions will center on economic relations, trade balances, non-renewable resource extraction, and infrastructure development, focusing on Andean trade agreements.

Cultural and Academic Exchange

Academic and cultural exchanges

This section explores collaborations such as joint research initiatives and student exchange programs, highlighting the complexities of intercontinental academic and cultural interactions.

Environmental Impact

Environmental impact

This section seeks to assess and study the complex relationship between extractive/infrastructure activities and their environmental impact, focusing on illegal fishing and illegal mining.

Information and Communication Technology

Information and communication technologies

This section evaluates the use of Chinese technology in Latin America, the challenges of digital governance, the expansion of the “Digital Silk Road,” and the development of 5G and AI technologies.

China Infrastructure Projects

China infrastructure projects

This section examines China-sponsored projects in the Andean region, addressing delays and challenges in ensuring quality infraestructure development.

Call for Papers

International Forum

China-Latin America: Perspectives and Debates
April 23-24, 2025
FLACSO Ecuador - Universidad San Francisco de Quito

Invitation

The Asia Center of FLACSO Ecuador, along with the Institute for Advanced Studies in Inequalities at Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) and the China-Latin America Research Center of the Andrés Bello Foundation, invite the submission of papers, projects, research progress, or results for participation in the International Academic Forum “China-Latin America: Perspectives and Debates.” This forum will provide a platform for academic debate and knowledge exchange on the multifaceted interactions between China and Latin America, with a focus on the Andean region, bringing together academics and experts from across the continent.

The event aims to foster critical analysis of the influence of China in Latin America, particularly in the Andean Region, by bringing together experts from across the Americas.

The forum will take place on April 23 and 24, 2025, at the campuses of FLACSO and Universidad San Francisco de Quito, respectively. The event is free to attend, with prior registration.

Introduction

The Andean Region, like the rest of Latin America, has historically relied on the export of raw materials (oil, minerals, and agricultural products), leading to periods of economic boom and bust driven by fluctuations in global prices. Additionally, the region has depended on foreign technologies and imported manufactured goods, shaping its economic landscape. Over the past decades, China has emerged as a key player in the region, investing significantly in infrastructure and resource extraction, becoming a major trade partner. This relationship has had a considerable impact on the region’s political, social, and economic dynamics, creating both opportunities and dependencies.

The International Academic Forum “China-Latin America: Perspectives and Debates” will analyze the relationship between the Asian giant and Latin America, particularly with the Andean Region. To this end, it will bring together distinguished academics, experts, activists, diplomatic representatives, government officials, and business leaders from across the Americas. The goal is to balance engagement with China while addessing the associated challenges and risks.

This call for papers offers academics, professionals, journalists, and researchers of this relationship the opportunity to participate as panelists or simply attend to engage in discussions on these topics aligned with the following research areas:

Panel Topics

  • Politics, history, and international relations
  • Governance, influence, and politics
  • Economy, trade, and investment
  • Academic and cultural exchanges
  • Environmental impact
  • Information and communication technologies
  • China infrastructure projects

Abstract Submission Guidelines

  1. Provide the names of the authors, institution name, and email address.
  2. Indicate the panel name you wish to apply for.
  3. Include the title of the paper.
  4. Submit an abstract of 150 to 200 words.

Important Dates

  • Deadline for paper proposals: Friday, April 4, 2025
  • Publication of the Congress program: April 16, 2025

 

Submission method: Fill out the following form

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Agenda April 23rd and 24th

Quito

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Quito, formally San Francisco de Quito, is the capital and largest city of Ecuador. At an altitude of 2,850 meters (9,350 feet) above sea level, it is the second-highest official capital city in the world after La Paz and the closest to the equator. Quito has a high-altitude tropical climate. Due to its elevation and proximity to the equator, the city experiences a fairly consistent cool climate. The average midday temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F), with a typical nighttime low of 9.3°C (48.7°F). The annual average temperature is 14°C (57°F). The city only has two seasons: dry and wet. The dry season, from June to September (4 months), is known as summer; the wet season, from October to May (8 months), is called winter. Annual rainfall, depending on location, is approximately 1,000 mm (39 inches).

It is located on the eastern slopes of Pichincha, an active stratovolcano in the Andes mountain range. With a population of 2.8 million (in 2022), Quito is the most populous city in Ecuador. It is also the capital of Pichincha Province and the seat of the Metropolitan District of Quito.

Due to its geographic location and elevation, Quito receives a significant amount of solar radiation, making it one of the places on Earth with the highest solar exposure.

The historic center of Quito is one of the largest, least altered, and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas. Quito and Kraków, Poland, were the first sites to be declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1978. Quito’s central square is located about 25 kilometers (16 miles) south of the equator; the city itself extends to approximately 1 kilometer (0.62 miles) from latitude zero. A monument and museum marking the general location of the equator is locally known as "La Mitad del Mundo" (the Middle of the World) to avoid confusion, as "ecuador" is Spanish for "equator."

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Preparing for the trip

Participants are expected to arrive in Quito by Wednesday, April 23. Registration desk will open on Wednesday, April 23, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the FLACSO campus in Quito.

Participants are responsible for arranging their travel plans, including airfare, accommodation, and meals in Quito during the forum. The forum will conclude on Thursday, April 24, at 5:30 p.m., so participants may return home on Thursday evening or Friday, April 25.

Please note that you must have a valid passport for at least six months beyond your entry date to Ecuador. Be very careful; the passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the date of entry. Most countries do not require a visa to enter Ecuador; please check if it is required in your case:

https://www.cancilleria.gob.ec/2020/06/30/lista-de-paises-que-deben-presentar-visa-al-ingresar-al-ecuador/.

If you are interested in visiting Ecuador before or after the forum, we recommend contacting a travel agency to organize your trip. Expedition Tours is a reputable and well-known company that can help you plan a visit. You can check out the different packages they offer.

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Organizers

This forum is co-organized by FLACSO Ecuador, the Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ (Faculty of Social Sciences, Institute for Advanced Studies in Inequalities (IEAD), Asian Studies Group), and the Andrés Bello Foundation (ABF)–China-Latin America Research Center.

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