Julio Yao
Julio Yao is a Panamanian academic and former diplomat known for his insights into Latin American relations, especially regarding China's growing influence in the region. He has commented on the implications of U.S. trade policies under Donald Trump, highlighting how these developments have opened opportunities for China to strengthen its ties with Latin American countries.
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Julio Yao was an advisor to Chancellor Tack and was regarded as a valuable asset in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Renuncias e intereses nacionales: Juan Antonio Tack
Panama· 2025-11-29
Julio Yao organized the strategy for Omar Torrijos during the UN Security Council meeting that supported Panama.
¿Cuál es la mayor ‘influencia maligna’ en Panamá en su historia?Panama· 2025-07-27
Julio Yao, who advised the Panamanian government in the 1977 negotiations, said, 'The United States is recolonizing and reoccupying us.'
Trump resurrects ghost of US military bases in Panama
Taiwan· 2025-04-17
Julio Yao commented on China's efforts to increase relations with Celac members.
Inicia la cumbre de Celac con fuerte lobby de China en busca de fortalecer lazos - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-04-10
