LAZARO CARDENAS, Mexico -- Hutchison Ports, a subsidiary of Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings, is investing heavily in a major port on Mexico's west coast, a symbol of China's rapidly growing influence in Latin America.
Latin American harbors at the frontlines of US-China frictions

Lazaro Cardenas Port's capacity grew more than 1,000-fold in the 20 years after Hutchison Ports acquired management rights there in 2003. (Photo by Tomohiro Ichihara)
LAZARO CARDENAS, Mexico -- Hutchison Ports, a subsidiary of Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings, is investing heavily in a major port on Mexico's west coast, a symbol of China's rapidly growing influence in Latin America.