What is Alba and the countries who made it up?

Alba, or the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America, is a regional integration organization founded in 2004. It was established by Venezuela and Cuba, with the aim of promoting social, political, and economic cooperation among member countries. Other member states include Bolivia, Nicaragua, Dominica, Ecuador, and several others, emphasizing solidarity and cooperation in various sectors. The alliance seeks to counteract U.S. influence in Latin America and foster a collective approach to regional development.