Reuters World News Trump vs the EU, China-Japan tensions, and ‘AI-proof’ jobs
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Dec 7, 2025 Tensions rise as the U.S. urges Europe to take charge of NATO defenses by 2027, sparking alarm among European officials. Meanwhile, Japan raises concerns over Chinese jets locking radar near Okinawa, highlighting escalating regional tensions. In agriculture, Brazilian coffee growers are revisiting robusta beans for their resilience and unique flavors. Finally, a growing trend sees young workers enrolling in trade programs to secure careers that are less vulnerable to AI disruptions.
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Strained U.S.-Europe Security Expectations
- U.S. officials asked Europe to assume most NATO conventional defense by 2027, a timeline many in Brussels find unrealistic.
- European diplomats privately worry about the new U.S. national security strategy's tone toward Europe and its refreshed view on Russia.
Rhetoric Echoes Troubling Talking Points
- Former European officials called the U.S. rhetoric shocking and compared it to far-right and Kremlin talking points.
- Diplomats worry the U.S. document's language undermines shared perspectives on Russia and European democratic norms.
Dangerous Radar Encounters Near Okinawa
- Japan reported Chinese fighter jets locked fire-control radar on Japanese aircraft near Okinawa, which Beijing denies.
- The encounters are among the most serious in years and risk escalating tensions around disputed islands.