Escalating US operations in the Caribbean Sea are creating a more volatile and risk-prone environment in 2025.

Recent designations, sanctions, and a reinforced military presence in the Caribbean signal a sustained posture of pressure. These developments carry implications for regional security dynamics, trade flows, and compliance exposure across Latin America.

For security professionals, the risks are clear: disrupted maritime routes, potential spillover instability, and expanded regulatory scrutiny that will demand closer monitoring of both operational and reputational vulnerabilities.

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