The Irish Independent's View: Ireland needs strong plan to cope with any Donald Trump-led trade war
Briefly

The article discusses President Trump's controversial foreign policy, particularly regarding Gaza, where he plans a takeover while rejecting Palestinian rights. His ideas, such as making Canada the 51st state and annexing Greenland, raise serious concerns about global relations. The article emphasizes how Trump's approach confronts the post-World War II policy of Atlanticism that fostered cooperation and stability through organizations like NATO and the EU. As international tensions rise, Trump's lack of engagement with allies could pose significant threats to both US and global economic interests.
"It's strange at the moment to be in a period when statecraft seems to have been replaced by real-estate craft," remarked Tom Fletcher, the UN humanitarian chief.
Trump's proposals to make Canada the 51st state or to annex Greenland insult the international order and reflect a troubling disregard for global relationships.
The US president's comments on Gaza's future development indicate a blatant rejection of international norms and highlight a looming crisis in international cooperation.
With trade wars brewing and strong support from an unaware electorate, Trump's foreign policy could destabilize long-standing alliances crucial for global prosperity.
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