§16§This book analyses the evolving engagement of the United States and Cuba, along with the impact of this relationship on Cuba-CARICOM relations and the Caribbean. Through a Caribbean perspective, the chapters discuss the implications of the U.S.-Cuba relationship economically, institutionally and developmentally. Based on the findings of their research, the authors provide policy recommendations to CARICOM on potential areas for enhancing relations between CARICOM and Cuba, drawing on fieldwork and interviews with policymakers, academics, non-governmental organizations, and regional experts. §04§1. Introduction.- 2. Interrogating Regional Integration Worldwide.- 3. Regional Integration in the Caribbean.- 4. The History and Background of Cuba-U.S. Relations (Until December 17, 2014).- 5. Advancements in the Cuba-U.S. Relationship.- 6. Limits on the Cuba-U.S. Relationship.- 7. Factors and Actors Impacting Cuba-U.S. Relations.- 8. Background: U.S. Impact on the Cuba-CARICOM Relationship.- 9. Cuba-CARICOM Cooperation.- 10. Cuba-CARICOM Trade and Economic Relations.- 11. Conclusion.§§ §02§Jacqueline Laguardia Martinez is Lecturer at the Institute of International Relations, University of the West Indies. § Georgina Chami is Research Fellow at the Institute of International Relations, University of the West Indies, and recipient of the Central America/Caribbean Fulbright Visiting Scholars Program in 2010. § Annita Montoute is Lecturer at the Institute of International Relations, University of the West Indies. § Debbie A. Mohammed is Senior Lecturer at the Institute of International Relations, University of the West Indies.§
