Скачать или смотреть The Future of U.S.–Caribbean Relations

The fates of the United States and the Caribbean are inextricably linked. Sometimes referred to as the United States’ “third border,” the Caribbean faces security challenges—such as the illicit drug trade, firearms trafficking, irregular migration, and the crisis in Haiti—that also directly impact the United States.

At the same time, the Caribbean holds immense energy potential, particularly in Guyana and Suriname, which is vital to both regional and U.S. security. Private investors are backing alternative energy projects across the region, while local leaders are working to enhance the islands’ resilience to future natural disasters. Meanwhile, China and Taiwan continue to compete for influence in the Caribbean.

Against this backdrop, major shifts in U.S. policy on foreign assistance, trade, and migration, among other areas, have the potential to reset U.S.–Caribbean relations. This conversation will explore what these changes could mean for partnerships between our countries.