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The United States is the Caribbean’s major trading partner and has also fostered close defense cooperation with several of the region’s sovereign nations and European overseas dependencies. CSIS scholars explore these relationships as well as the region’s economic integration, social and economic development, and foreign policy coordination.

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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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UNDP in this New Era of Development | The Futures Summit

UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo sits down with CSIS expert Enoh T. Ebong to discuss what a reimagined model of development cooperation can look like, and how the broader multilateral system can close the gap between the resources available and the scale of need on the ground.

Event — April 14, 2026

UNDP in this New Era of Development

UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo joined CSIS Global Development Department President Enoh T. Ebong for a discussion at the CSIS Futures Summit.

Transcript — April 14, 2026

Maduro Captured: What Comes Next for Venezuela?

Maduro’s capture is a significant tactical victory for the United States, the region, and Venezuelans. Whether it leads to long-term strategic gains for the United States and Venezuelans, meaning a return to democracy, will be clear only with time.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg — January 3, 2026

Leveraging Latin America’s Embrace of the United States

Americas Program Senior Associate Evan Ellis argues that the widespread U.S.-friendly disposition of Latin America and the Caribbean creates unique opportunities for the United States in economic, security and other domains.

Commentary by Evan Ellis — November 4, 2025