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Countries in the Caribbean that are close to a convergent plate margin include Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, which are situated near the boundary where the North American Plate meets the Caribbean Plate. The region experiences significant tectonic activity due to the interaction between these plates, resulting in earthquakes and volcanic activity. Additionally, the Lesser Antilles island arc is formed by the subduction of the South American Plate beneath the Caribbean Plate, affecting countries like Saint Lucia and Dominica.

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