"The US president is impelled to trash longstanding alliances. He has done more than anyone to demolish the postwar global order, leading to questions about NATO's future."
"Germany published its first military strategy since the end of the second world war, laying out the context for its vast rearmament and recruitment plans."
"Defence will always be the most sensitive part of pooling sovereignty, and defence industries gain lobbying power at times of economic stress."
"Japan relaxed its export restrictions, reflecting a broader shift in military policy as nations respond to the changing global landscape."
Donald Trump's presidency has led to significant challenges for US alliances, with questions about loyalty to NATO and military support. Germany is rearming and redefining its national interests, while NATO faces internal pressures. The US's unpredictability has prompted other nations to reconsider their defense strategies. France and Germany continue to struggle with joint military projects, highlighting the complexities of defense cooperation. Japan is also adjusting its military export policies, reflecting broader shifts in global power dynamics and defense strategies.
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