CARICOM is the Caribbean Community, which consists of twenty-one countries from the Bahamas to Guyana. State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott stated, "Secretary Rubio will engage with Caribbean leaders to advance shared priorities, including strengthening regional security, deepening cooperation to combat illegal immigration and illicit trafficking, and promoting economic growth, health, and energy security across the Caribbean." He added, "During his visit, the Secretary will reaffirm the United States' commitment to working with CARICOM member states to enhance stability and prosperity in our hemisphere." | 
