It's good to see that China is helping countries such as the Bahamas. However, in the end, it may allow for the Chinese government to have more influence over the area. That's why the United States needs to focus more on the Latin American and Caribbean region before China takes over it.

This is true; China is trying to cooperate culturally with Latin America as well. As a result, China will be accepted into the region. Their relationship with these countries will grow afterward.

China's Policy Paper on Latin America and the Caribbean is quite interesting. In fact, I believe that the most intriguing part of the policy paper is that the Chinese government thinks that the Latin American region is "A Land Full of Vitality and Hope." This is because I thought that they would completely ignore the area and worry about Asia instead. However, since it is close to the United States, looking into the region might be beneficial just like it was for the Russian government during the Cold War. However, due to climate change, the region is becoming inhabitable, and it may backfire in the end. As of late, China is trying to maintain relationships with other countries, especially those in the Latin American and Caribbean areas. Now, they are possibly taking this friendship more seriously by trading with each other, for instance. China is also "Strengthening Cooperation in All Fields." This includes the political field as well as security affairs. Climate change can count as a security issue since it impacts all aspects of life, as an example.

Democracy is key in counteracting authoritarian powers. Even if the surrounding countries are democratic, then it will pressure them in the end. That's why the United States needs to focus on the Latin American region first, then we can worry about bigger countries such as China, Iran, and Russia.

Even though I still believe that we should focus on the Middle East. It would be better to focus on countries that are close to home. The Latin American region has more power than we think, and they can't be underestimated.

The United States are changing their policies regarding the Latin America region and the Caribbean for the better. They are trying to benefit both sides since they have so much influence. However, countries such as Russia and Iran are getting in the way. It is has gotten so bad that the American government has reached its tipping points. Still, the United States has developed principles to deal with them just like they did with their climate change policies. Their principles consist of cooperating with other countries even if they are our adversaries. Also, the American government doesn't want to underestimate other countries' influence since China isn't the only country with power over international matters. Furthermore, they want to protect democratic values in other countries and keep track of those who don't. Lastly, they don't want to burn bridges with non-governmental organizations. NGOs have a lot more influence than people once thought. For example, they have some say in environmental policies.

The United States should definitely not underestimate the power of other countries. If we learned from the past, the American government would know that by now. However, this continues to be the case.

The United States certainly has a lot on its plate. However, you are right; the American government should focus on the Latin American region. They have more power than we once thought.

U.S. Policy regarding Latin America and the Caribbean is changing as of late because of Iran, China, and Russia. The United States is trying to keep track of influence in the region by systematically keeping these countries in check. The United States will then take note of their vulnerabilities and use them to their advantage. Another way is by counteracting security issues that directly affect natives and the United States themselves. Security concerns can consist of global warming, for example, since it can affect life stock and the way people live there. The United States also tries to address authoritarian countries such as the countries listed above. Afterward, the American government tries to compete with them by using cost-effective strategies. Furthermore, the government may use non-governmental entities such as contractors to help with their policies. In the end, their policies take into consideration their cost. You could also apply this to climate change policies because the most effective are the ones that cost the least and benefit most individuals.

@Dylan Warren With regards to how long it might take to find a solution. I believe it might take up to 50 years or even longer before it gets better.

You are right; the two mains issues in Latin America are COVID-19 and the economy. This is also the case in different regions around the world. However, it is more severe in some countries than others, like Haiti, as you mentioned.

Economic instability has always been a problem in the region. Also, it's the main reason why there are human rights violations in Latin America. However, as relations improve with the United States, the region will surely see an improvement.

The Congressional Research Service gives a good overview of Latin America and Caribbean U.S. Policy. There have always been challenges within this region. However, it is getting worse over time. Frankly, Trump Administration Policies have not made it easier, and his policies are the main reason there is more tension between the United States and Latin American. Yet, like with any issue, it will surely improve over time. For example, we are surely more ambitious with global warming policies than we have in the past. The Biden Administration hasn't done much either to address issues between the U.S. and Latin America. Yet, it is getting slightly better than the previous administration's policies. Biden recently set up the Congressional Action in the 117th Congress to address these issues with moderate success. As I said, though, nearly any issue takes a long time to address, and it simply doesn't have one solution. Global warming has lasted a long time because policymakers haven't implemented multiple solutions to the problem.

It is important if Finland continues to address issues in the Arctic region. Especially if they pair with countries like the United States, then these problems would easily be mitigated. In the future, these issues might get worse, but through collaboration, then it wouldn't be too bad.

You are right; Finland's plan is similar to the United States. They are focusing on protecting natives as well as improving the current infrastructure. If Finland and other countries continue to provide a helping hand to the Arctic, it will continue to be on the right path.

Finland's Strategy for Arctic Policy is very ambitious, and they clearly outline their objectives in the outline. For instance, Finland's main objective is to ensure peace and security in the Arctic region and worldwide. However, one of the reasons why Finland is so involved in the Arctic region is because other countries are as well. The Finland government wants to make sure that the countries are peaceful towards one another. That's also why countries like Germany got so involved with climate change. Since not many countries were doing much to combat it and the countries already doing something weren't getting along. Germany was trying to be the moderator of this so-called debate, just like Finland and the Arctic. As I said, Finland wants to ensure peace and security in the Arctic region, and one way of doing this is to collaborate with others. The outline talks about how Finland is the key actor on the Arctic Council and tries to solve issues such as climate change. Not so far in the future, the Arctic region will become habitable due to global warming, and Finland wants to address colonialism there. So, countries like China wouldn't abuse their natural resources in the region.

Yes, it is great to see that the DHS is coming up with goals and guiding principles. However, countries still need to communicate together to solve problems such as climate change. It is also important to protect infrastructure in the Arctic region to further peace and stability.

Unfortunately, protecting the Arctic can be seen as a threat by other countries. Yet, DHS is making good progress towards stability and peace. It is important to solve issues as soon as possible, and collaboration is key.

I am very optimistic about the strategic approach to Arctic homeland security. Not only have they came up with a set of goals that they want to achieve, but they also maintained multiple guiding principles. This will help guide the United States government as well other countries involved in the Arctic region. One guiding principle that they will live by is a commitment to transparency and the sharing of information. This is a great start when solving issues, and that's why problems such as climate change are taken so seriously. If scientists were never truthful about data on the matter, then it would have never been addressed. Another guiding principle that they will commit to is by engaging in practical cooperation. Like with anything, work together is better than only one country working towards a solution. Also, they will try to collaborate to safeguard stability and peace. Again, issues such as the Arctic region and climate change are fairly similar and even related. If countries don't work together, then nothing will get done.

A stable economy is important for nearly any country. If this is not possible, then governments and even individuals will uphold radical ideals. Yet, with the combined strength of multiple countries, this surely won't happen any time soon.