Home Regional Directory Americas The US Rivalry With China Gets Closer to Home Regional DirectoryAmericasAnalysisDeep Dive The US Rivalry With China Gets Closer to Home By Allison Fedirka - October 18, 2018 240 Beijing’s interest in the Caribbean and Central America has gotten Washington’s attention. This article is for subscribers only Join thousands of readers who rely on GPF for clear-eyed geopolitical analysis. $89 per year Save 18% vs. monthly ✓Full access to all daily analysis & forecasts ✓George Friedman's geopolitical insights ✓2026 Forecast & Special Collection on the Middle East ✓100% reader-supported Subscribe Now 30-day money-back guarantee Already a subscriber? Log in RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Analysis George Answers Your Questions: Japan, Australia and a New Regional Order Analysis Daily Memo: EU Announces New Sanctions on Russia Analysis China Faces Growing Internal Pressure Latest Posts Japan, Australia and a New Regional OrderFREE Analysis George Friedman - April 20, 2026 Continue to the category George Answers Your Questions: Japan, Australia and a New Regional Order Analysis George Friedman - April 25, 2026 Daily Memo: EU Announces New Sanctions on Russia Analysis Geopolitical Futures - April 24, 2026