The Joint Trade Union Movement (JTUM), a prominent ally of Trinidad and Tobago’s UNC government, has thrown its weight behind a peace vigil advocating for the Caribbean to remain a zone of peace. Organized by eight local civil society groups, the event is set to take place at Woodford Square in Port of Spain on November 9, from 5 to 7 pm. This initiative comes amid escalating tensions in the region, fueled by increased US military activity targeting narco-trafficking operations. Since September 2, US strikes have reportedly killed 70 individuals suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. JTUM, in a November 7 media release, expressed grave concerns over the potential consequences of military escalation, warning that Trinidad and Tobago could find itself ‘on the frontline’ of a conflict. The union emphasized that war benefits no one and stressed the necessity of peace for regional stability and economic progress. The UNC government, led by Kamla Persad-Bissessar, has aligned with the Trump administration’s regional security initiatives, which include deploying destroyers, a nuclear submarine, amphibious craft, and an aircraft carrier, along with over 10,000 troops. Critics, including JTUM and vigil organizers, argue that this growing military presence near Venezuelan waters threatens regional peace and stability. The vigil’s organizers, such as the Emancipation Support Committee and Movement for Social Justice, describe the event as a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the humanitarian and economic risks of potential conflict. They warn that any military escalation in Venezuela could lead to mass migration to Trinidad and Tobago, disrupt trade, and damage investor confidence. JTUM’s endorsement of the vigil highlights a growing consensus within the country for the Caribbean to remain a peaceful region.