On September 24, 2024, the CCI held a Policy Panel discussion of Prof. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith’s recent publication looking at the threats to national sovereignty in the Caribbean. In addition to Prof. Griffith, the panel featured Prof. Suzette Haughton, UWI Mona; Prof. Andy Knight, University of Alberta; and Amb. Shery Tross, former High Commissioner of St. Kitts and Nevis to Canada.
“Challenged Sovereignty” delves into the multifaceted threats facing Caribbean nations, such as drug trafficking, crime, terrorism, and cyber threats. These issues transcend national borders, undermining the sovereignty and security of these states. Griffith introduces the concept of “Challenged Sovereignty” to describe how these transnational threats destabilize the region. The book is divided into four parts, with eight chapters that explore the complex interplay between these threats and the state’s ability to maintain control and protect its citizens.
Griffith highlights how non-state actors, like drug lords and gangs, exploit governmental weaknesses, creating “problems without passports” that challenge traditional notions of sovereignty. He provides detailed case studies, such as the powerful influence of drug lords in Jamaica and the rise of cyber threats across the region. The book also discusses the broader implications of these issues, including the political and social impacts, and offers insights into potential solutions and strategies for strengthening sovereignty and security.
Griffith’s work is a comprehensive analysis of the ongoing struggles Caribbean nations face in maintaining sovereignty amidst pervasive and evolving threats
If you missed it, you can view the Policy Panel recording on our YouTube channel.
Challenged Sovereignty is available through the University of Illinois Press. UI Press | Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith | Challenged Sovereignty (uillinois.edu)
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