Why are Latin American countries building closer ties with Israel?

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar welcomed Colombia’s announcement that it would move its embassy to Jerusalem, saying the development reflected warming ties with Latin American governments. He suggested Brazil could follow as right-wing parties gain ground in the region and pro-Israel politicians make support for Israel a campaign issue. In Brazil, ties with Israel have become a key topic in the presidential race between left-wing President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, who performed better than expected in the first round. Colombia and Israel also recently began allowing visa-free travel between their citizens.