The new Monroe Doctrine, or "New Monroe Doctrine," is in force, as Chinese influence in Latin America is waning. For the first time in decades, Chinese influence is waning, with several key projects suspended or cancelled, including a planned “Chile-China Express” submarine cable and a Chinese military hospital ship. Colombia has announced tariffs on Chinese steel and Mexico is reviewing Beijing’s economic security, and Peru may reactivate its relationship with Taiwan. The new strategy is aimed at preventing foreign interference in the hemisphere, combating narco-terrorist gangs and cartels, and addressing illegal migration. The U.S. also announced the “Southern Seas 2026” deployment, which will send the USS Nimitz and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley across Latin America. Despite these efforts, China maintains a significant presence in Latin American, particularly in critical infrastructure such as ports, space monitoring stations, telecommunications, space grids, and telecommunications.