Worried by China's growing influence, Washington plans major funding push to counter Beijing worldwide

Trump administration plans $175.8 million to replace ageing undersea telecommunications cables in Caribbean and Central America.

Funding aims to prevent China from expanding its footprint in the region's critical communications infrastructure.

The proposed investment is part of a broader effort to restore and expand programs targeting Chinese influence across Western Hemisphere, Africa, and Asia.

Sweeping budget cuts last year stalled many initiatives to counter China's global influence.

Washington's move signals a renewed strategic push to counter China's growing influence worldwide.