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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New Executive Order Ties U.S. Critical Minerals Security to Global Partnerships

A new executive order makes international cooperation central to U.S. critical minerals security, targeting processed minerals where China dominates. It pairs allied supply agreements with trade tools—and potential price supports—to reduce vulnerabilities.

Critical Questions by Gracelin Baskaran — January 15, 2026

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A Question of Staying Power: Is the Maduro Regime’s Repression Sustainable?

An audio version of “A Question of Staying Power: Is the Maduro Regime’s Repression Sustainable?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 26, 2024

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China’s Industrial Transition in Mexico and Central America

In this episode, Ryan C. Berg sits down with Christine Murray, Mexico and Central America correspondent for the Financial Times to assess current trends in China-Mexico economic relations and how these might evolve under the new administration of President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Podcast Episode by Ryan C. Berg — August 22, 2024

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A Question of Staying Power: Is the Maduro Regime’s Repression Sustainable?

CSIS Americas Program director Ryan C. Berg and deputy director and senior fellow Christopher Hernandez-Roy look at mass protests against the stolen election in Venezuela and argue the Maduro regime may not be able to repress its way out of the current crisis.

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 21, 2024

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Keep those Plates Spinning in the Air

On this episode, Mariana speaks with General David Petraeus, former CIA Director, Retired Army General, Partner of KKR and Chairman of the KKR Global Institute, about the major and minor challenges occurring around the world that require the attention of the United States while, at the same time, the US needs to focus on strengthening its own competitive profile to compete against China. 

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — August 15, 2024

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Shoring up Port Security in the Americas

In this episode, Christopher Hernandez-Roy sits down with Douglas Farah, President of IBI Consultants. Together, they discuss the growing relevance of ports for criminal organizations to move illicit goods across oceans and national borders, as well as best practices for addressing these challenges. They also delve into China's growing role into the Western Hemisphere's port infrastructure and the potential vulnerabilities this may pose for the region. 

Podcast Episode by Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 8, 2024

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Can Maduro Pull off the Mother of All Electoral Frauds?

An audio version of “Can Maduro Pull off the Mother of All Electoral Frauds?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 1, 2024

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Can Maduro Pull off the Mother of All Electoral Frauds?

CSIS Americas Program director Ryan C. Berg and deputy director and senior fellow Christopher Hernandez-Roy examine the aftermath of the Venezuelan elections and Maduro's efforts to remain in power. 

Commentary by Ryan C. Berg and Christopher Hernandez-Roy — August 1, 2024

Debating Global South Reactions to Russian Nuclear Threats

Russia is responsible for its nuclear saber-rattling, not the countries in the Global South. Global South countries have condemned nuclear saber-rattling publicly in regional and international forums, even if some of them have not called out Russia explicitly. 

Commentary by Heather Williams and J. Luis Rodriguez — July 30, 2024