中美两国在阿根廷因华为问题爆发外交争端。阿根廷电力合作社CALF称其高管收到警告信息，涉及华为扩展业务的人员可能面临美国签证限制[1]。中国驻布宜诺斯艾利斯大使馆随后发表声明回应，批评"这些行动充分反映了美国的傲慢和偏见"，并指责美国违反主权和自由市场原则[1]。
美国驻阿根廷大使彼得·拉梅拉斯在社交平台X上为美国立场辩护，表示"决定谁可以进入该国、谁不可以进入是每个主权国家的责任"[1]。美国此前已撤销三名智利高级官员的签证[1]。与此同时，华盛顿向米莱政府提供了200亿美元金融援助方案[1]。
在这一背景下，阿根廷总统米莱试图在与美国的紧密联盟和与中国的深化经贸关系之间维持平衡[1]。阿根廷周三与中国续签双边货币互换协议五年[1]，而目前阿根廷已有超过20家中国汽车制造商销售超过60个车型[1]。
A diplomatic confrontation has erupted between China and the United States over Huawei operations in Argentina, with Beijing accusing Washington of arrogance and disregarding national sovereignty.[1] Argentina's electrical cooperative CALF reported that its executives received warnings indicating that personnel involved in Huawei's infrastructure expansion could face US visa restrictions.[1] The Chinese embassy in Buenos Aires issued a statement declaring that "these actions fully reflect American arrogance and prejudice," contending that such measures violate both sovereign principles and free market doctrine.[1]
The dispute comes as Argentine President Javier Milei navigates an increasingly complex balance between strengthening ties with the United States and deepening economic relations with China.[1] On Wednesday, Argentina renewed its bilateral currency swap agreement with China for an additional five-year term.[1] Meanwhile, Washington has extended significant financial support to the Milei government, offering a $20 billion financial aid package.[1] US Ambassador to Argentina Peter Lamelas responded to criticism by stating on social media platform X that "determining who can enter a country and who cannot is the responsibility of every sovereign nation."[1]
The visa restrictions extend beyond Argentina's borders, as Washington has already revoked visas for three senior Chilean officials.[1] In the Argentine market, Chinese automotive manufacturers have established a substantial presence, with over 20 companies currently selling more than 60 vehicle models.[1]