Net Assessment Great Power Competition or Collusion?
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May 29, 2025 The discussion examines President Trump’s foreign policy as it relates to power dynamics among the U.S., China, and Russia. Key topics include shifts in U.S. alliances in East Asia and the implications of China’s territorial expansions. Attention is given to nuclear proliferation risks with nations like Saudi Arabia and Japan. The talk also raises concerns about foreign ownership of strategic areas and the corruption affecting U.S. policy. Personal anecdotes add a lighthearted touch, counterbalancing serious geopolitical issues.
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Trump's Great Power Collusion Vision
- Stacey Goddard describes Trump's foreign policy as seeking great power collusion, not competition.
- He aims for deals with China and Russia, challenging the post-Cold War consensus on global order.
Trump's Mercurial Russia Approach
- Trump views Russia as a vital player to co-opt rather than confront.
- His shifting attitudes can hinge on perceived personal respect or slights from Putin.
Europe's Growing Autonomy
- Europe may emerge as an independent global pole, separate from the US.
- European countries are stepping up defense spending but seeking autonomy, not alignment with the US.
