The U.S. is convening a historic meeting of military leaders from 34 countries across the Western Hemisphere, scheduled for February 11 in Washington, D.C. This is the first such gathering aimed at enhancing cooperation against drug trafficking, criminal organizations, and external threats. The meeting is led by Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and aligns with recent U.S. military actions, including strikes on narco-trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific that resulted in the deaths of two suspected traffickers. The summit follows significant regional events such as the U.S. raid that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and ongoing tensions with European allies over Greenland. The U.S. emphasizes strengthening partnerships, regional stability, and countering criminal and terrorist threats, amidst a shifting geopolitical landscape highlighted by recent comments from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about the decline of U.S. dominance in the region.