Trump has played hardball with Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Mexico and Panama — all countries that have traditionally been strong partners with the U.S.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/25054328

Summary

Trump’s confrontational approach to U.S. allies—threatening tariffs, pushing Canada and Mexico, and pressuring Colombia—risks alienating key partners.

Analysts warn this could push nations toward China, which is eager to capitalize on diplomatic rifts. Panama, after Trump’s canal threat, opened talks with Beijing.

Critics argue Trump’s aggressive diplomacy weakens trust, while supporters claim it reinforces U.S. strength. Despite the rhetoric, some policies, like repatriation flights to Colombia, remain unchanged.

Experts caution that isolating allies may bolster China’s global influence at America’s expense.

    • davel [he/him]@lemmy.mlEnglish
      2·
      9 hours ago

      Have the BlueAnon conspiracy theorists made Putin into a cartoon villain now? Is Putler Lex Luthor or Doctor Doom?

    • ☆ Yσɠƚԋσʂ ☆@lemmy.ml
      5·
      12 hours ago

      Sure, everything over the past decade is just Putin playing 4D chess. The mastermind genius effortlessly maneuvers, puppeteering clueless Western leaders into self-destruction without them even noticing it.