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US Warned of Caribbean Becoming 'Chinese Lake'


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Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, March 9th 2025 at 4:20 GMT by Newsweek   Print publication without navigation

  • Experts told Newsweek that Beijing could use the Trump administration's withdrawal of USAID to boost influence in the Caribbean.

The article from Newsweek discusses concerns raised by U.S. officials about China's increasing influence in the Caribbean, potentially turning the region into a "Chinese lake." This term suggests that China could gain significant control over the area, impacting U.S. strategic interests. The U.S. has been actively engaging with Caribbean nations to counterbalance China's growing economic and political presence, which includes investments in infrastructure, telecommunications, and other sectors. U.S. Southern Command's General Laura Richardson highlighted the strategic importance of the Caribbean, noting that China's activities could lead to military implications, such as the establishment of bases or surveillance facilities. The U.S. is responding by increasing its diplomatic efforts, offering alternative investments, and enhancing security cooperation to maintain its influence in this geopolitically sensitive region.

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