Monroe Doctrine Returns: US Plans in Latin America

Summary of the New American National Security strategy Regarding Latin America

This article details the key points of the new American National Security Strategy under a second donald ⁤Trump term, with a strong focus on reasserting US dominance in the Western Hemisphere. Here’s a breakdown:

* Re-establishing “Preeminence”: The strategy explicitly aims to restore American “preeminence” in the Western hemisphere,‍ framing it as essential for US security and prosperity. This is described as a “sensible and forceful restoration” of US power and priorities.
*‍ Prioritizing the Region: Latin America is identified as a top priority,considered crucial for protecting the American homeland.
* Two Main Objectives:

* Border Security: Securing the border is deemed “the basic element of national security.”
* Countering China: The strategy implicitly aims to limit China’s growing influence in the region, referring to Latin America as the US’s “backyard.”
* ⁣ “Recruit and Expand” Strategy: The US intends to build alliances with regional partners who share its ideology. This involves:
* Strengthening existing ties.

* Attracting new partners by offering economic and security benefits.
⁢ * Rewarding governments ⁣aligned with US principles.
* Collaborating with even those with differing ideologies if shared interests exist.
* Increased Military Presence: The strategy calls for a “realignment” to increase‍ the US military presence in the region, potentially extending the current large deployment in the Caribbean. This includes:
* Strengthening the Navy and Coast Guard for surveillance against immigration and drug trafficking.
* Establishing/expanding access to strategically crucial locations.
* Considering “selective deployments,” including the potential use of lethal force.

In essence, the strategy signals a⁤ more assertive and interventionist US policy towards Latin America, focused on securing its interests, countering rivals, and building a network of aligned partners.