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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Is Cuba Nearing an Inflection Point?

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Is Cuba Nearing an Inflection Point?

President Trump is ramping up economic pressure on Cuba and has instructed U.S. intelligence agencies to find a new leader who could work with the United States.

Podcast Episode by Will Todman and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 13, 2026

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Mexico Matters

Energy is Destiny

In this episode, Mariana Campero sits down with Guillermo García Alcocer, former chairman of Mexico’s Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) and one of the region’s premier energy policy experts.

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — August 4, 2026

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The Visibility Gap: How AI Can Stop Chinese Transshipment Under USMCA

Supply chain visibility is the best defense against Chinese overcapacity and transshipment. The USMCA Review can act as a coordinating mechanism for North American trade to leverage AI and large-scale data analytics to make supply chains transparent for the first time.

Commentary by Diego Marroquín Bitar — August 4, 2026

Is U.S. Haiti Policy an Opportunity for Success?

Amid the costly on-and-off conflict with Iran, U.S. foreign policymakers would do well to refocus attention on the Caribbean. Haiti might offer the best opportunity for positive change.

Commentary by Georges A. Fauriol and Mary Speck — July 28, 2026

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Colombia at a Crossroads: Abelardo de la Espriella and the New Political Era

In this episode of 35 West, guest host Juliana Rubio, associate director of the CSIS Americas Program, is joined by Sergio Guzmán, co-founder and director of Colombia Risk Analysis, to discuss Colombia’s 2026 presidential election and the transition ahead.

Podcast Episode by Juliana Rubio — July 23, 2026

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World Cup 2026: North America Missed the Goal

The 2026 World Cup presented a unique opportunity for trilateral cooperation in North America amid mounting economic and security tensions. It failed to deliver on what should have been an easy goal.

Commentary by Andrew I. Rudman — July 21, 2026

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USMCA Review Deadline

Diego Marroquín Bitar is joined by the Trade Guys to discuss the U.S. decision not to renew and the future of the USMCA.

Podcast Episode by Diego Marroquín Bitar, Scott Miller, and William Alan Reinsch — July 17, 2026

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