Today marks the one-year anniversary of U.S. President Trump's return to the White House, and his "America First" playbook has taken the world by surprise 🌏. Despite promising to end "forever wars," his second term has been anything but isolationist.
Over the past 12 months, we've seen a series of military strikes across Yemen, Syria, Nigeria, and Venezuela. Instead of full pullbacks, Trump authorized targeted actions—from drone strikes to special operations—claiming each move was about protecting U.S. interests and promoting peace 🤔.
Then there's Greenland. Yes, Greenland! In a move that felt like a plot twist in a Netflix drama, Trump floated the idea of taking over the vast, icy island (an autonomous territory of Denmark). Analysts say Greenland's strategic location and mineral wealth make it a hot commodity as Arctic routes open up.
For young adults in South and Southeast Asia—scrolling through your feeds between exams or during your morning commute—these developments matter. They can influence global trade routes, climate diplomacy, and even tech supply chains for your next smartphone 🌐📱.
As we step into 2026, the big question remains: Will this aggressive approach reshape global alliances for the long haul, or will we see a course correction? One thing's for sure: the world map looks a lot different than it did a year ago. Stay curious, stay informed!
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One Year in: Trump reshuffles global order in White House return
cgtn.com
