What is President Donald Trump going to do? This is the question giving people sleepless nights. People within America and across the world are worried about the uncertain future. Trump has no experience in governing.
Donald Trump’s campaign statements on Immigration, NATO, and ISIS has left people in a state of shock. The Anti-Trump rallies are a proof that people have not yet come to the terms of his victory.
But if we closely examine the views of most world leaders, there is a positive outcome that we can expect. Donald Trump’s foreign policies along with his relationships with top world leaders can actually lead to a united world.
Trump And Russia
The hacking of Podesta emails, allegedly by the Russians, was at the center of the elections. It was certain that Russians were not looking forward to Clinton’s presidency. After Trump had won the elections, as reported by the CNN, Russian President Vladimir Putin was the first person to congratulate the U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.
IN FROM THE COLD: #Brussels panic as #Trump and #Putin begin ‘new era’ of US-Russia relations https://t.co/11YmHHz0mx
— Geostrategic Media ???????????? ????? (@Geostrat_ME) November 15, 2016
During their conversation, both Trump and Putin discussed strategic economic issues, international terrorism and extremism, common threats, and the U.S.-Russia relationship. Both leaders are looking forward to improving the U.S.-Russia ties “on the basis of mutual respect, non-intervention into each other’s internal affairs.”
Trump And Israel
The relationship between U.S. and Israel had deteriorated under the leadership of Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A senior Israeli Cabinet minister Naftali Bennett said on Monday that Donald Trump’s victory has paved way for Israel to abandon its commitment to the establishment of a Palestinian state. Speaking with the international reporters he said,
“The combination of the changes in the United States, in Europe and the region provide Israel with a unique opportunity to reset and rethink everything.”
“With Trump in the White House, Israel will continue expanding settlements in the West Bank.” – @nevegordon https://t.co/z8MHvUEglg
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) November 12, 2016
Although Trump’s foreign policies and unpredictability still remain a concern for Israel, it is believed that his views will change once he settles in office. Trump’s statement on the 60 minutes about solving the Israel-Palestine conflict for humanity’s sake has further renewed the hopes of Israel.
Trump And India
Under the presidency of Barack Obama, U.S.-India relations have flourished. Both the countries have improved their ties on Trade, Defense, and Anti-terrorism. With the election of Donald Trump as the new President, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi feels there would not be any dramatic shift in the relationship.
News: President-elect @realDonaldTrump is looking to double U.S. trade with #India within two years. @ReutersIndia https://t.co/ATHk4Ckhju
— South Asian Voices (@SAVoices) November 10, 2016
Modi shared an informal assessment of President-elect Donald Trump and his foreign policies at a Dinner hosted by the speaker of Indian Parliament. Modi said that he shares good relations with Trump and is looking forward to working with him.
Trump And Syria
Trump during his campaign had said that he will “bomb the hell” out of ISIS. He has also admitted that he believes President Assad is less of a problem than the U.S.-backed rebels. His views on Syria are in sync with the Russians.
Yesterday, Trump and Putin discussed Syria. Today, Russia restarted their carpet bombing of Aleppo. https://t.co/WeZO5UKz4T
— Facts Do Matter (@WilDonnelly) November 15, 2016
A solution to ISIS problem is complicated, but Trump’s presidency can definitely become a nightmare for the terror outfit.
Trump And Afghanistan, Pakistan
Afghanistan is uncertain about the steps Trump might take with the U.S. military mission in their country. Trump’s “America first” policy is a cause of concern for the war-torn country. The Taliban have so far denied Washington’s negotiation offers and at the same time have been proven difficult to defeat militarily. Anwar Ul-Haq Ahady, a former Afghan finance minister, said as follows.
“We have to wait and see what policy Trump chalks out for Afghanistan and the region.”
Afghanistan wasn’t much of an interest on Trump’s list https://t.co/77lOSJFKJd
— Ryskeldi Satke (@RyskeldiSatke) November 10, 2016
Trump’s stand on terrorism has been consistent. Afghanistan is hoping even if Trump decides to reduce the number of American boots on the ground, he will definitely put an end to the Taliban.
Muqabil 9 November 2016 Donald Trump and Modi Two Biggest Threats To Pakistan National Security https://t.co/IX9WbsRZRs
— abc (@Lahore45) November 9, 2016
U.S. peace efforts in the Afghan region have always been complicated due to the involvement of Pakistan and the Haqqani Network leaders in Pakistan. Experts believe Trump’s foreign policies might look for options beyond Pakistan. During his campaign, Trump has not spoken about his policy towards Pakistan. But in an interview a few years ago, he said as follows.
“I don’t know that Afghanistan is much — as much of a problem — as Pakistan because everyone is telling me they’re all in Pakistan; they’re not in Afghanistan.”
Trump and Europe
Europe has seen mass migration, the Russian threat in Ukraine, and ISIS attacks in the past few months. With the victory of Donald Trump, a wave of anxiety and fear has run through Europe. The views of President-elect Trump and present Europeans leaders differ completely.
Excellent piece by @CasMudde on Trump and Europe’s far right https://t.co/LgjrSlwWWq
— Simon Hix (@simonjhix) November 10, 2016
The impact of Trump’s win will be seen in the upcoming elections in France, Netherlands, Austria, and Hungary. Even in Germany, the far right is gaining ground with its leader, Frauke Petry, being the most talked about leader in the Germany. Most of the right-wing leaders who favor Trump’s views on most of his policies might come to power in the upcoming elections in their respective countries, as reported by Hindustan Times . This will probably result in deeper U.S.-Europe relationships.
Trump and China
The only superpower that is not pleased with Trump’s victory is China. Trump has a view that countries selling in America should be forced to pay a fine for the very privilege of selling in America. He has also suggested that China should be labeled “currency manipulator.”
Donald Trump and China’s president, Xi Jinping, spoke on Sunday and “established a clear sense of mutual respect” https://t.co/hbUgpxujP2
— The New York Times (@nytimes) November 14, 2016
In response, a Communist party-controlled newspaper has claimed that China will take equal measures to make the U.S. suffer. It read, “A batch of Boeing orders will be replaced by Airbus. US auto and iPhone sales in China will suffer a setback, and US soybean and maize imports will be halted. China can also limit the number of Chinese students studying in the U.S.”
If President-elect Trump manages to make a deal with China, U.S. would have harmonious relations with the major countries across the globe.
It turns out there is much to the Trump’s foreign policies than most people have thought. As President Obama recently said, people should give him a chance. But only time will tell whether Trump can make this world a better place or start a third world war.
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