Caribbean Security Initiative: Countering Crime, Enhancing Disaster Resilience, and Rule of Law.
This Act authorizes the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, aiming to boost citizen safety and the rule of law across 13 Caribbean nations. It provides substantial US support to combat transnational organized crime, drug and arms trafficking, and assists in judicial reform and police training. A critical focus is also placed on strengthening the region's capacity to respond to natural disasters, directly impacting the daily safety and stability of Caribbean residents.
Key points
Security Funding: Authorizes $88 million annually (FY 2025-2029) for security and development assistance in the Caribbean.
Crime Fighting: Enhances maritime and aerial cooperation to intercept narcotics, weapons, and bulk cash, and supports investigations into corruption and money laundering.
Youth Protection: Implements crime prevention programs and increases economic opportunities for at-risk youth vulnerable to gang recruitment.
Disaster Resilience: Provides training for police and first responders and supports the rapid recovery of critical infrastructure following natural disasters.
Countering Authoritarian Influence: Monitors and restricts the involvement of high-risk vendors and authoritarian regimes (like China and Russia) in the region's security and infrastructure projects.
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