The Globalist Wrapping the week in Davos: Greenland, Ukraine and Trump’s Board of Peace
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Jan 23, 2026 Gorana Gerjic, a savvy security and international affairs correspondent, dives deep into the tumultuous diplomatic landscape at Davos. She analyzes the shifting world order highlighted by Mark Carney’s speech and the implications of Donald Trump's presence, stirring political tensions in Europe. Gerjic also sheds light on the precarious peace talks regarding Ukraine and Russia, ensuring listeners grasp the challenges of quick diplomacy. The conversation sharpens with reflections on the unpredictable future, emphasizing the rising influence of middle powers.
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Middle Powers Must Forge A Third Path
- Mark Carney argued the post-war rules-based order has ruptured rather than merely transitioned.
- He urged middle powers to act together to create a third path of pragmatic agency.
Might Without Prudence Damages Trust
- Donald Trump's Davos presence highlighted US soft-power dominance but also damaged European trust.
- Juliet Linley said might alone is insufficient; power must be used wisely or it backfires.
Diplomacy Won't Replace US Security Backstops
- Increased diplomatic activity around Ukraine shouldn't raise expectations of swift solutions.
- Gorana Gerjic stressed US involvement is indispensable for credible security guarantees.
