International Order

Carney: Old Order is Gone, Canada Must Forge New Path in World of Rivalry

Prime Minister Mark Carney presented a critical assessment of the global landscape at Davos, asserting the end of the U.S.-led international order. He argued that middle powers like Canada must adapt to avoid coercion from powerful nations by focusing on self-reliance and diversifying trade relationships. Carney emphasized the need for Canada to develop strategic autonomy in critical sectors as multilateral institutions face diminished influence. He also highlighted Canada’s efforts to diversify trade and strengthen partnerships, positioning the country as a stable and reliable partner in a world of shifting power dynamics.

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Japan’s Kishida to Congress: U.S. doesn’t have to do it alone

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivered a powerful speech to a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress, emphasizing the importance of not shouldering the responsibility of upholding the international order alone. In a time when the world is at an inflection point, it is crucial to recognize that the challenges faced by the U.S. are not theirs to bear alone. The international order built by the U.S. is facing new threats from authoritarian regimes like China, Russia, and North Korea, and it is heartening to hear that Japan is ready to step up as a “shipmate” in this endeavor.

The self-doubt among Americans about their role in the world is understandable, given the burden of maintaining the international order that has largely fallen on their shoulders.… Continue reading

John Q. Hosedrinker Apr 14, 2024

International Order

Carney: Old Order is Gone, Canada Must Forge New Path in World of Rivalry

Japan’s Kishida to Congress: U.S. doesn’t have to do it alone

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