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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The Next Caribbean Crisis? Assessing U.S. Military Options Toward Cuba

The United States has stepped up economic, political, and military pressure on Cuba. This commentary examines five possible scenarios involving the use of force against Cuba.

Commentary by Christopher Hernandez-Roy, Mark F. Cancian, and Henry Ziemer — June 3, 2026

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Three Nations, One Table: North American Agriculture under USMCA

Join the Americas Program for a conference on USMCA and the future of North American food and agriculture. Experts will discuss food affordability, the successes and challenges of agricultural integration, and the risks that broader trade tensions pose to the agreement’s agricultural framework ahead of the 2026 review.

Event — June 24, 2026

Nicaragua Under Repression: Human Rights, Accountability, and Exile

Join the Americas Program for a special hybrid event, featuring Jan Michael Simon, Chair of the U.N. Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua (GHREN), to unpack key findings from GHREN’s March 2026 report and examine accountability, international response, and the future of human rights in Nicaragua. 

Event — May 29, 2026

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Beyond Left and Right: Colombia’s 2026 Presidential Election

In this episode of 35 West, Associate Director Juliana Rubio sits down with Gabriel Cifuentes, co-founder of Greystone Consulting Group, to discuss Colombia’s upcoming May 31 presidential election.

Podcast Episode by Juliana Rubio — May 28, 2026

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The Terrorist Threat to the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup will be the largest sporting event ever held and a magnet for terrorists of all stripes. A new CSIS brief examines who might attack, what targets are at greatest risk, and the countermeasures being deployed.

Brief by Daniel Byman and Riley McCabe — May 27, 2026

Global Terrorism Threat Assessment 2026

Terrorism is currently declining as a U.S. national security priority, and resources available for counterterrorism are decreasing accordingly. At the same time, uncertainty regarding the future of global terrorism is increasing, bringing greater risk of surprise.

Report by CSIS Scholars — May 26, 2026

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USMCA Review and Autos with Jennifer Safavian

Bill and Scott host Jennifer Safavian, President & CEO of Autos Drive America, to discuss North American auto supply chains and the key issues at stake for automakers in USMCA review.

Podcast Episode by Scott Miller and William Alan Reinsch — May 19, 2026

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