Donald Trump is not playing politics as usual. His strategy is clear: dismantle globalist entanglements, put America first, and force the world to operate on terms favorable to the United States. It is a bold, unrelenting push to restore dominance.
These elements have made the United States a superpower, setting the agenda for world affairs. However, under President Trump, these pillars have undergone significant transformations. While some have been reinforced, others have been fundamentally altered, leading to a new era of American power with a distinctly different approach to leadership.
A defining feature of Trump’s presidency has been his protectionist economic stance. He has repeatedly criticized European trade practices, branding them as unfair to American manufacturers and threatening reciprocal tariffs on industries such as automotive and agriculture.
As Donald Trump begins a historic second term as President of the United States, global attention pivots to the war in Ukraine—a conflict that has defined international relations since Russia’s invasion in February 2022. Trump’s pledges to prioritise peace in…
Introduction As the global economy shifts, Europe finds itself grappling with stagnation. Slow growth, a widening gap with the United States, and declining geoeconomic influence are among its most significant challenges. Eurostat (2024) reports that the EU’s economy grew by…
As the United States prepares for a possible second term under Donald Trump, African leaders are contemplating how this administration could reshape U.S.-Africa relations. During Trump’s first term, Africa was not a central focus of Washington’s foreign policy, but with…