In early January 2026, the term Donroeism exploded online after the US launched a military move in Venezuela. This updated spin on the 1823 Monroe Doctrine—famously summing up as “Americas for Americans”—marks the Trump administration’s push to reclaim dominance over the Western Hemisphere. 🇺🇸
But unlike the old-school doctrine, “Donroeism” is more aggressive. It’s all about economic “shackles” via dollar rules and market control, plus flexing military muscle from Colombia to Cuba—and now, even Canada. 🍁
Here’s why this matters for young, globally minded readers in South and Southeast Asia:
- Annexation chatter: Trump has floated absorbing Canada into the US—raising big questions on sovereignty and identity.
- Economic leverage: By steering trade deals and currency systems, Washington can influence Canada’s choices— similar to how tech giants sometimes shape our local markets in Bengaluru or Jakarta.
- Global ripple: A tighter US hold on Canada could shift energy markets and security alliances, with effects that reach all the way to our own backyards.
With vast resources and a huge landmass, Canada’s on the frontline. The risk? Losing the power to set its own economic and geopolitical course. Imagine oil deals or digital policies needing a US seal of approval.
So, what’s next in 2026? Will Canada push back, or will it buckle under “Donroeism”? And how will this power play reshape global trends—from green energy pacts to tech regulations? One thing’s clear: superpower rivalries are rewriting the rules of national sovereignty, and we’re all on the frontlines of this high-stakes game. 🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
