Тръмп и Латинска Америка

The Miami Security Forum convened with a focus on President Trump’s foreign policy toward Latin America, driven by a desire for “restoration of American preeminence.” Key discussions centered on countering leftist networks and drug cartels, with participants like Colombian Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez seeking support despite existing sanctions. The event featured conservative voices advocating for a return to 19th-century US engagement in the region, citing the Monroe Doctrine and admiring administrations like McKinley and Roosevelt. Several Brazilian legislators, aligned with Jair Bolsonaro, expressed frustration with the Biden administration and sought increased US support for law enforcement. Concerns were raised about Colombia’s handling of drug trafficking, and discussions frequently referenced historical interventions like the “Banana Wars” and the Reagan era’s involvement in Central America. A recurring theme was the importance of confronting perceived threats, with Assistant Secretary of Defense Joseph Humire advocating for a return to 1815, referencing the Battle of New Orleans, as a model for US policy in the Americas.