Antigua and Barbuda Rejects U.S. Military Asset Deployment Amid Caribbean Tensions

Antigua and Barbuda, led by Prime Minister Gaston Browne, has declined to host United States military assets amid rising tensions in the Caribbean related to Venezuela.

On October 14, Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced that Antigua and Barbuda will not allow United States military assets to be stationed in the country, reflecting regional tensions.
The decision comes as the United States Southern Command increases its military presence in the Caribbean due to ongoing conflicts with Venezuela.
Grenada, another Caribbean nation, has also been involved in discussions about military cooperation, highlighting the broader geopolitical implications in the region.

Why It Matters

This rejection from Antigua and Barbuda underscores a growing resistance among Caribbean nations to U.S. military influence, which could shift the balance of power and affect regional stability amid tensions with Venezuela.