Besides geographical proximity, the United States has long been actively engaged in advancing regional political and economic ties with its North, South, and Central American neighbors, as well as with Caribbean nations. Although the United States has enjoyed strong partnerships across the Americas, geopolitical rivals such as China and Russia have expanded their influence in the region in recent years. CSIS research highlights both inter- and intra-regional issues on the United States’ doorstep.

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What do the U.S. Midterm Elections Mean for the Western Hemisphere?

 CSIS Americas Program experts Christopher Hernandez-Roy, Diego Marroquin Bitar, and Henry Ziemer unpack the potential implications of a Democratic congress for the Trump administration's engagement in the Western Hemisphere; examining topics such as trade policy, security cooperation, and strategic competition with China across the region.

Podcast Episode by Diego Marroquín Bitar, Christopher Hernandez-Roy, and Henry Ziemer — November 12, 2026

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Global Collaboration to Eliminate Cervical Cancer

Please join the CSIS Bipartisan Alliance for Global Health Security for a broadcast conversation on how countries are advancing towards the global goal of cervical cancer elimination and how collaboration can address the remaining challenges.

Event — November 18, 2026

A Conversation on the U.S. Role in Global Port Infrastructure

Join the CSIS Economic Development and Prosperity Program (EDP) for an expert panel examining EDP's new report Strategic Shores: Strengthening Overseas Port Infrastructure to Safeguard U.S. Economic and Security Interests.  

Event — November 17, 2026

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What do the U.S. Midterm Elections Mean for the Western Hemisphere?

 CSIS Americas Program experts Christopher Hernandez-Roy, Diego Marroquin Bitar, and Henry Ziemer unpack the potential implications of a Democratic congress for the Trump administration's engagement in the Western Hemisphere; examining topics such as trade policy, security cooperation, and strategic competition with China across the region.

Podcast Episode by Diego Marroquín Bitar, Christopher Hernandez-Roy, and Henry Ziemer — November 12, 2026

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Mexico Matters

Is 2026 the most dangerous year for U.S.–Mexico relations in a century?

In this episode, Mariana Campero is joined by Professor Rafael Fernández de Castro, Director of the Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies at U.C. San Diego and former foreign policy advisor to Mexican President Felipe Calderón.

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — November 6, 2026

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What’s in Canada’s New National Security Plan?

CSIS experts unpack Canada’s first national security strategy in more than 20 years, including its timing, priorities, implications for continental defense, and possible reactions from the United States.

Critical Questions by Christopher Hernandez-Roy, Mark F. Cancian, and Vincent Rigby — November 4, 2026

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Lula Wins: What Comes Next for Brazil?

Christopher Hernandez-Roy sits down with Americas Program Senior Associate Thiago de Aragão to unpack the Brazilian presidential election results. Together they explore the factors behind Lula’s unexpected victory, the key challenges confronting his administration, and what Brazil and the wider region can expect from his fourth term in office.

Podcast Episode by Christopher Hernandez-Roy and Thiago de Aragão — October 29, 2026

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