Americas First: Reorienting American Foreign Policy

The United States neglects Latin America and the Caribbean at its peril. From drug cartels to China and its anti-American allies, threats against America directly impact American national security. Following Secretary of State George Shultz’s advice that “foreign policy starts in your neighborhood,” the US should adopt an “Americas First” approach, prioritizing the Western Hemisphere in its strategic analysis to include not only regional stability but also global order.

Key Takeaways

1. Following Secretary of State George Shultz’s advice that “foreign policy starts in the neighborhood,” the United States should adopt an “Americas First” approach, prioritizing the Western Hemisphere in its strategic analysis.
2. Now is the time to put ‘Americas First’ in US foreign policy. The United States must revitalize diplomatic, economic, and security ties in Latin America and the Caribbean to address external threats and promote regional prosperity.
3. From drug cartels to geopolitical rivals like China, threats to stability in Latin America have a direct impact on U.S. national security. The United States needs a proactive policy for regional engagement. It’s time to put America first.

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Americas First: Hoover Institution Reorientation of American Foreign Policy