Whiplashed middle powers seek new alliances as Trump rages on world stage
Summary
President Donald Trump may face limits in domestic policy if Democrats control Congress after the midterm elections. However, he is likely to focus more on foreign policy and remain active on the world stage. Meanwhile, many countries are forming new alliances and partnerships to protect themselves from an unpredictable US, often strengthening ties with China.Key Facts
- If Democrats win Congress, Trump could lose influence in domestic politics but still have freedom in foreign policy.
- Former officials predict Trump will continue disruptive actions in international affairs after the midterms.
- US allies and middle powers are creating new diplomatic, military, and trade alliances to protect themselves from uncertain US leadership.
- These new alliances aim to provide alternatives and reduce reliance on the US in key areas like the economy and security.
- Groups like Brics and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation are growing without US involvement.
- A recent Brics summit focused on making economies less vulnerable to Western financial controls without directly opposing the US dollar.
- Experts describe this as the emergence of a “sub-threshold international order,” a more complex global system with shifting partnerships.
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