The article discusses how trade policies in the Caribbean have affected the economy and gender roles. In the 1980s, countries like Jamaica and Guyana had to make tough economic changes with help from organizations like the IMF and World Bank. Other countries like Grenada and Suriname also had to adjust their economies. By the 1990s, many Caribbean nations were opening up their trade policies to fit in with global agreements. Some countries even signed trade deals with the United States. Overall, the research shows that Caribbean countries had limited options when it came to trade policies, and many chose to align with the United States for economic benefits.