The Caribbean Crucible Discussion Series – Geopolitics, Security and External Power in a Contested Basin
2026-02-03T13:00:00-04:00@*2$*The Caribbean has traditionally been regarded as an appendage to Latin America in international relations and geopolitical studies, thereby overshadowing its strategic value. Recent events in Venezuela reveal the region’s geopolitical importance within the Americas, demanding an examination of its relevance.
In response, the SRC will host a hybrid discussion series from February to May 2026, where academics will explore geopolitics, international relations, security, and external power in a contested basin.
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The Caribbean has traditionally been regarded as an appendage to Latin America in international relations and geopolitical studies, thereby overshadowing its strategic value. Recent events in Venezuela reveal the region’s geopolitical importance within the Americas, demanding an examination of its relevance.
In response, the SRC will host a hybrid discussion series from February to May 2026, where academics will explore geopolitics, international relations, security, and external power in a contested basin.
We are pleased to invite you to Panel #1 of The Caribbean Crucible, focusing on the Caribbean–Latin America Nexus and Hemispheric Geopolitics. Drawing from voices across the hemisphere, this panel features speakers from Barbados, Cuba, El Salvador, Guyana, and Trinidad and Tobago, who will bring their unique national insights to bear.
The panel will take place:
📅 Date: Tuesday, 3 February 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM (AST)
📍 Location: UWI School for Graduate Studies & Research, Room GR2, Paradise Park (Lazaretto), Black Rock, St. Michael
Registration:
- In person: Contact Ms. Taneil Knight at taneil.knight@uwi.edu
- Online via Zoom: Register here
We look forward to your participation in this important discussion.