In a recent interview with POLITICO, U.S. President Donald Trump called European countries 'decaying' and 'weak,' sparking fresh debate on global alliances. 🤯
Trump's main points:
• Europe's immigration policy is failing, he argued, saying member states aren't handling migrant flows effectively. 🛂
• He criticised Europe's approach to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, claiming the continent isn't doing enough to support Ukraine against Russian aggression. 🇷🇺🇺🇦
These comments echo the U.S. National Security Strategy released this year, which also spotlighted concerns about Europe's resilience and unity.
Why it matters for Asia:
• Tech & trade links: strained US-EU ties could slow down digital partnerships and trade routes that benefit South and Southeast Asia. 💻🛒
• Security dynamics: a rift between Washington and Brussels might impact global responses to crises, from climate change to regional conflicts. 🌏
Europe's leaders have yet to officially respond, but all eyes are on the upcoming US-EU summit. Will Brussels push back or find common ground? Stay tuned! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
