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BUENOS AIRES, South American Union – The World People's Solidarity Bank (WPSB) issued a report on September 7, 2026, warning that ongoing armed clashes over "radio smuggling" off the coast of China's Guangdong Sector are causing severe disruptions to the international trade payment network. Widespread delays in settlements for SUR-denominated trade, anchored by the South American Union, are being reported, with significant stagnation of goods particularly evident across major Pacific trade routes. The report indicates that anti-smuggling operations in the Guangdong Sector have rendered previously informal, yet functional, communication relay points inoperative. This has led to failures in payment information delivery and blockages in international fund transfers. This situation, combined with the severance of trans-Pacific communication cables, has dealt a decisive blow to already fragile international trade infrastructure. The South American Union's Ministry of Foreign Affairs today harshly criticized the Chinese government, stating it must bear responsibility for the widespread trade impediment and demanding prompt de-escalation of the situation and restoration of international trade channels. The WPSB has also expressed deep concern over the impact of this economic shock on global economic stability, with reports indicating that several international organizations have initiated emergency consultations. The South American Union has hinted at the possibility of implementing further economic measures should China fail to comply, intensifying the global trade situation.