Kingston, Jamaica — 07 January 2026
The Government of Jamaica has signalled a cautious and deliberate approach to unfolding geopolitical developments following the United States’ capture of Venezuela’s sitting president, as international pressure mounts on small states to declare firm positions in an increasingly volatile global order.
Speaking this week at a public religious gathering, the Prime Minister emphasised that Jamaica’s foremost responsibility is national safety and stability, not public alignment with every international controversy. While no direct reference was made to the January 3 United States operation in Venezuela, the message was clear: Jamaica will not be rushed into statements or actions that could expose the country to unnecessary risk at a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty.
That position has attracted both support and criticism. Opposition voices, regional commentators, and international observers have urged Caribbean governments to speak clearly on ques…
