- President Donald Trump has decided to revamp the United States’ policy towards Latin America by reintroducing the Monroe Doctrine.
- The Monroe Doctrine is a significant foreign policy principle that was initially established in the early 19th century, which opposes European colonization and interference in the Western Hemisphere.
- Trump’s revival of this doctrine marks a departure from the policies of former President Barack Obama, whose administration, particularly through Secretary of State John Kerry, had proclaimed the doctrine obsolete in 2013.
- The reintroduction of the Monroe Doctrine by Trump indicates a shift towards a more assertive stance on preventing foreign influence in Latin America.
- This move is part of a broader effort by Trump to differentiate his administration’s foreign policy approach from that of his predecessor.
- By returning to the Monroe Doctrine, Trump emphasizes a return to traditional American policies that prioritize control and influence in the Western Hemisphere.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-tears-up-obama-era-latin-american-policy-renewal-monroe-doctrine)
