US President Donald Trump recently introduced the “Don-roe Doctrine”, describing it as an updated, more assertive approach to U.S. foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere. He linked the doctrine to the recent operation in Venezuela that resulted in the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro, framing it as a response to threats posed by foreign adversaries and their offensive weapons.
What is the ‘Don-roe Doctrine’?
The Don-roe Doctrine appears to signal a shift toward stronger, direct action in the Americas. Trump portrayed it as a modern evolution of the Monroe Doctrine, emphasizing U.S. willingness to intervene when regional governments threaten American security or interests.
When was the Don-roe Doctrine announced?
Trump first revealed the doctrine during a press briefing at Mar-a-Lago, coinciding with developments in Venezuela. He suggested it reflects a departure from cautious diplomacy, favoring swift and the decisive measures when he perceives threats in the hemisphere.
Policy was also meant to deter Russia’s expansion
The Monroe Doctrine, dating back to 1823, historically aimed to prevent European powers from intervening in the Americas. Over the centuries, it evolved to counter foreign influence, including Russian expansion into Alaska. Trump’s Don-roe Doctrine builds on this legacy, signaling that U.S. policy will actively counter external powers seeking influence in Latin America.
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Why Trump Says U.S. Foreign Policy Needed a Reset
Trump argued that longstanding American policies had been forgotten or ignored, leading to violations of core principles he sees as essential. By introducing the Don-roe Doctrine, he framed a foreign policy reset that prioritizes regional security, proactive intervention and a return to a more assertive U.S. posture.
What the Don-roe Doctrine Appears to Mean
Though details remain vague, the doctrine suggests a stronger stance against perceived threats with the U.S. willing to act unilaterally if necessary. It has already sparked debate about its legal, diplomatic and geopolitical implications, particularly for U.S. relations with Latin American nations.
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