“I see our region as incredibly important, yet for many years it has been neglected by the United States. Previous administrations went too far, getting involved in very distant places—even places where they weren’t welcomed,” he said.
At the summit, Trump also extended special appreciation to leaders from across the Western Hemisphere, referring to them as “friends” and “close allies.” He said their presence marked a new chapter in regional military and security cooperation aimed at eliminating criminal gangs.
“I want to thank the members of this coalition, most of whom are my friends… I supported many of them, and they used that support to achieve big victories,” Trump said.
Launch of a “Military Alliance Against Drug Cartels in the Americas”
At the Shield of the Americas Summit, Trump and leaders from 17 other countries announced a new military alliance aimed at eliminating transnational criminal gangs.
The alliance’s goal is to restore order, security, and the rule of law across the region.