Tariffs and U.S. Allies Strengthening Ties
Important U.S. allies are strengthening their ties with each other amid shifts in U.S. priorities under the Trump administration, focusing on building direct relationships and collaborative initiatives in response to tariffs and other measures.
Key Points
- Middle powers like Britain, France, Canada, and Japan are deepening their ties in response to U.S. actions
- Focus on opportunistic and self-interested initiatives that are still collaborative
- Increased support for multilateral rules and institutions
Pros
- Building stronger direct relationships among important U.S. allies
- Increased collaboration on trade and defense agreements
Cons
- Challenges posed by shifting U.S. priorities under President Trump
- Disintegration of the international order and decreased U.S. willingness to underwrite it