Rubio's Caribbean trip aims at strengthening regional ties

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Rubio's Caribbean trip aims at strengthening regional ties

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Jamaica, Guyana, and Suriname from March 26 to 27. This trip aims to advance U.S. foreign policy objectives in the Caribbean under President Trump's administration.

During his visit to Jamaica, Secretary Rubio will engage in bilateral discussions with leaders from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and Haiti. These meetings are intended to foster regional cooperation on various issues.

The Secretary's agenda includes promoting efforts to curb illegal immigration and combat transnational organized crime. Additionally, discussions will focus on strengthening regional measures to address political and security challenges in Haiti. Economic partnerships between the United States and Caribbean nations are also a key topic of interest during these engagements.

"Secretary Rubio’s engagements with our valued Caribbean partners will promote regional cooperation," according to the press release.

The trip underscores the United States' commitment to maintaining strong ties with its Caribbean neighbors.

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