Argentine-Chinese relations: history, present and prospects

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the background and the evolution of the relations between Argentina and
the People’s Republic of China, connecting this approach to the political, institutional an economic
scenario that has promoted Chinese investments in the South American country and the development
of businesses that has linked capital from both nations. Firstly, this paper presents some theoretical
considerations on international relations and global capitalist dynamics. Secondly, it describes the evolution of the Chinese economy since the reforms initiated in 1978. Thirdly, it examines the coinciding interests of part of the Argentine business sector and the Chinese capital, considering how they are expressed in the political and economic field. Finally, it analyzes possible and alternative scenarios for the Argentine-Chinese relations.