- The geostrategic and geopolitical churn occurring in the global scenario cannot be pinned out to a particular pattern is widely acknowledged. The dynamically altering happenings, driven by diverse challenges, keep the leaders on their toes since the modern-day world assumes increasingly boundaryless ways of existence. The pathbreaking developments witnessed over the last couple of decades have completely transformed the way the global community goes about living in the present time. Of course, the most advanced nations have more responsibility to act in a measured manner. We know that the days of a unipolar world are behind us, with multipolarity making its presence felt in more than one way.
PC: BBC
- Yes, the USA continues to be at the forefront, though not what it used to be during earlier times, having lost a bit of traction and heft to other fast-catching countries. Nonetheless, Trump’s assuming office and his subsequent tariff actions have ensured the whole world is shaken up with mounting concerns over all-important trade aspects. The tariff war unleashed by the maverick leader created a tsunami-like wave around the world. Also, his penchant to play a decisive role in ongoing conflicts has caught global attention, too. However, what’s the most welcoming move amid the chaotic unraveling of events is to watch Trump’s willingness to switch track on policies. It’s heartening, and all leaders should take note of the same.
PC: France 24
- You can disagree with Trump’s ideology, if he has one at all, and you can frown upon his methods, but you can’t deny the man can pivot when needed. Like he demonstrated last week at the Pope’s funeral. Having told off Zelenskyy at their last face-to-face in February – you’ve done a lot of talking…you’re not winning this…you’re gambling with WW-III – he sat down again with the Ukrainian leader inside St Peter’s Basilica. Videos show that three chairs were hurriedly placed, but only Trump and Zelenskyy sat, drawing closer into what psychologists would describe as a sub-4-foot friendly range. What Trump said afterwards about Putin was the real surprise. Trump sounded doubtful about Putin’s intentions to stop the war. It’s a clear shift from Trump.
PC: 9News
- Trump has rapidly changed position on other matters, too, in recent days. For instance, he’s become less strident on the China tariff issue. He has mentioned that tariffs will come down substantially, but won’t be zero. He’s already backed off from his threat to fire Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell. For now, his Department of Homeland Security has also paused the campaign to deport foreign students. Altogether, some would say, Trump isn’t looking like the strong and decisive leader his MAGA voters wanted. Yet, flexibility might be his greatest strength. Mind you, he was elected to deliver, not sink under the weight of his bluster. Trump is smarter that way, and other leaders shouldn’t become hostage to their rhetoric either. Leaders to note.
