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Last month, representatives from across the Western Hemisphere convened in the Dominican Republic to mark the thirtieth anniversary of the Summit of the Americas, a milestone that invites reflection on the evolution of hemispheric cooperation over the past three decades.
The first Summit took place at a time of collaboration, with countries working toward shared goals in an era of optimism and relative unity. Fast-forward to today, and the landscape is strikingly different. The hemisphere is increasingly divided, with countries struggling to find common ground amid rising polarization. As planning for the December 2025 Summit gets underway, leaders should develop an agenda based on themes that resonate across the Americas.
Addressing citizen insecurity—a pressing, transnational challenge that demands a coordinated, regional response—should be at the top of the agenda.
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