Since the return of Donald Trump to the White House, U.S. foreign policy toward the Caribbean and Latin America has entered a new phase of assertiveness. But is this simply a continuation of longstanding U.S. influence — or something more structured?

This episode of Caribbean Tea examines what may be a modern architecture of geopolitical pressure built on three key pillars:

• Tariffs and trade leverage • Visa restrictions and mobility control • Extraterritorial sanctions and legal enforcement

Together, these tools shape how small states navigate the global system — influencing trade access, financial exposure, and diplomatic alignment.

The conversation also explores the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision limiting sweeping tariff authority, escalating pressure on Cuba, and the continued sanctions regime targeting Venezuela.

Are Caribbean governments coordinating strategically through CARICOM — or responding individually to external pressure?

And ultimately: Is this moment a crisis for the region, or an opportunity to rethink strategy and sovereignty?

This episode examines the forces shaping the region — with clarity, context, and a Caribbean lens.

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