politics
May 9, 2026
Hemispheric Security Conference: The transition in Venezuela, a US concern in Latin America
The Hemispheric Security Conference organized by Florida International University and the Tadea Foundation showcased the geopolitical priorities of the United States in Latin America. In this context, ministers, ambassadors, military personnel, academics, journalists, investors, and consultants addressed the core security issues of the White House related to China, transnational crime, infrastructure protection, and the democratic transition in Venezuela and Cuba.
TL;DR
- The Hemispheric Security Conference addressed U.S. geopolitical priorities in Latin America, including China's influence and transnational crime.
- Rafael Grossi, a UN Secretary-General candidate, discussed the Middle East crisis and the 'black swan' event of the Strait of Hormuz.
- The U.S. views the Western Hemisphere as its top priority, establishing limits on foreign powers like China through the Trump Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine.
- Differing perspectives exist in Latin America, with some nations aligning with U.S. security interests and others showing alignment with China.