Hey readers! 🌏 This Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a memo to pull the United States out of 66 international organizations that 'no longer serve American interests.' An associate professor at Christopher Newport University says this move marks a clear retreat from values like intergenerational responsibility, social inclusion, and global solidarity. 🤔
Why it matters
Think of global orgs as your study group: they pool resources, share expertise, and tackle big tasks—like climate change and human rights. With the U.S. stepping back, two big impacts emerge:
- 💸 Funding gaps: Many programs that support vulnerable communities and sustainability will feel the pinch as U.S. dollars dry up.
- 🔄 Norm shifts: This withdrawal normalizes resistance to protecting vulnerable groups and investing in our future generations.
Who fills the void?
Historically, when a top contributor bows out, others step in. Countries with shared goals can take on bigger roles within existing frameworks—this is called 'order succession.' It keeps the system running, just with new leaders at the wheel.
China’s complementary role
China’s global initiatives—built on principles like sovereign equality, respect for international law, and people-focused development—can help fill gaps, especially in climate action, sustainable development, and public health. Rather than rebuilding the system, they aim to reform it from within. 🌱
What’s next?
Sun Taiyi warns that U.S. withdrawal reflects a broader shift toward transactional, power-focused foreign policy. The result? A more fragmented, multipolar world where leadership is shared and contested. 🌐
Stay tuned as the global governance landscape evolves—and let us know what you think! 🤗
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
