Political changes in US have shocked, frightened globe

(Asian independent) Donald Trump’s second presidential term has sparked global concern about potential “Trump shock” with new characteristics given changing global circumstances and US domestic upheaval.

He has quickly begun identifying and deporting illegal immigrants.

Trump’s statements, including his desire to acquire Greenland, the suggestion that Canada should become the 51st state, the idea of renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, and the proposal for the US to take control of Gaza, indicate a concerning departure from established international norms.

No matter what, after a little struggle, Canada will be fine because the Canadian people have numerous foreign friends who would not allow Trump to come to harm Canada and the Canadian business. The UK would stand by Canada in opposition to the USA, with the full backing of the Commonwealth.

Currently, the USA is unable to make the same claim. Allow me to find out who their friends are overseas. Perhaps Guam, the small island in the western Pacific, would maintain its friendship with them; after all, it is a US territory. Numerous others would not, including those whom Triumphant has recently angered, as well as Russia, Arab nations, China, and the typical group that already harbours animosity toward the USA.

I highly question whether there would be many additional American friends. What is the reason for this? This is due to the loud and self-centred individual in charge, as well as the misguided voters who put him in power.

It appears to me that America is on the verge of becoming isolated from the world, which will negatively impact their trade and, consequently, the American public will face the repercussions. However, at this moment, Americans need not be concerned because everyone is confident in their own understanding!

Products Available to Canadians Domestically and Abroad. For fruits and vegetables, the majority of the year, we rely on our own resources, and we have established agreements with amicable nations such as Mexico and various countries in South America.

Canadians have historically allocated over $20 billion for vacations in the US. A significant portion occurs in the winter, specifically in Florida and Arizona. A boycott by tourists is currently in progress. Air Canada is significantly reducing its winter vacation schedules.

Mexico embraces us. Cuba extends a warm welcome to us, featuring a dedicated area for Canadians. The Caribbean islands extend a warm welcome to us, embracing both English and French cultures.

Are you referring to alcohol? Canada purchases over $1 billion worth of beer, wine, and spirits from the United States. Simple to substitute. What about bourbon? Not Canadian, Scotch, or Irish whisky. Wine from California? We have the whole world at our disposal. Would you like a beer? Really American beer? Of course not!

Automobiles and automotive components? The North American automotive sector relies on three key players: Canada, the US, and Mexico. Trump is diligently working on sawing through two of the legs.

Essential Items for the US

Potash? An essential part of fertilizer. The US has minimal supply, relying on Canada for almost 90% of it. The American farm lobby is extremely worried about Trump’s tariff decisions, which will cost them over $1 billion, a burden that will fall on consumers. Also, Canada is the top supplier globally. The US can always strike a deal with the second supplier—Trump’s close friend in Russia.
Oil? That’s 22% of American thirst sourced from Canada. They can always obtain it from their reliable friends in Saudi Arabia or Venezuela. Pay a high price, cover transportation costs, and invest in refinery upgrades.
Power? Aluminium? Uranium? Nickel? Trump is out of touch if he believes the US has all it needs at prices Americans can manage.

Around the globe, Trump’s proposals critically interrogate the core tenets of sovereignty, self-determination, and international law, simultaneously exposing a transactional perspective on global governance that favours economic and strategic interests at the expense of legal and ethical imperatives.

For four years, Trump has supported what many consider an unusual policy approach to the Russia-Ukraine war. Upon taking office, he expressed willingness to engage directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin on this issue.

The US and Western European nations have provided billions in assistance to Ukraine in its resistance against Russia, despite extensive destruction from Russian bombardments.

The conflict has claimed thousands of lives while millions of Ukrainians have sought refuge across Europe.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concerns about unilateral US actions, asserting that neither Russia nor the US should determine the war’s course without Ukraine’s involvement.

European countries strongly oppose this US strategy. Russia has seized 20 percent of Ukraine’s territory and refuses to allow Ukraine to join NATO, opposing NATO forces near Russian borders.

Trump’s intention to negotiate with Russia independently, the conflict continues with neither the EU nor Russia supporting Trump’s approach. His rushed policies have sparked domestic protests, raising questions about his problem-solving capabilities.