Link to article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/15/world/americas/panama-canal-trump-china.html The article “Panama Wants to Preserve U.S. Alliance, but Trump Could Push It Closer to China” discusses Panama’s strategic diplomatic balancing act between the United States and China. Historically, Panama has maintained a strong alliance with the U.S. , benefiting from economic and security partnerships. However, during Trump’s presidency, strained relations and aggressive trade policies have… Read more »
Link to article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/22/world/americas/mexico-cartel-terrorists-trade.html?searchResultPosition=1 The article “How Labeling Cartels ‘Terrorists’ Could Hurt the U.S. Economy” from The New York Times examines the potential economic consequences of designating Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations. The U.S. government has considered this move in response to the growing violence and drug trade linked to these groups. The article argues that labeling cartels as… Read more »
Link to Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/world/americas/latin-america-trump-reaction.html?searchResultPosition=1 Latin American leaders were particularly worried about Trump’s stance on immigration, trade, and foreign policy. They were cautious about his plans to renegotiate trade deals like NAFTA, which could impact their economies. Additionally, Trump’s rhetoric on building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border and his strict immigration policies raised alarms. However, some leaders saw opportunities for… Read more »
Article – https://www.reuters.com/world/brazil-announces-nigerias-acceptance-brics-partner-country-2025-01-17/ Summary – This article reports that Brazil has announced Nigeria’s acceptance as a partner country in the BRICS group, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This move is significant as it strengthens Nigeria’s international economic ties and positions it within a major global economic bloc. The inclusion of Nigeria as a BRICS partner is… Read more »
Article – https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/mexican-president-might-avoid-trumps-day-one-tariffs-2025-01-14/ Summary – This article discusses how the Mexican president might avoid the tariffs that President Trump threatened to impose on Mexican goods. These tariffs were part of Trump’s broader strategy to address issues like immigration and trade imbalances. By potentially avoiding these tariffs, Mexico can prevent economic strain and maintain stable trade relations with the U.S. This… Read more »
Article – https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/greenland-bill-us-buying-greenland-takes-official-turn-donald-trump-to-get-powers-to-negotiate-7472563 Summary – The article discusses how the idea of the U.S. purchasing Greenland has taken an official turn, with President Donald Trump potentially gaining the authority to negotiate the deal. This move follows earlier reports and discussions about the strategic and economic benefits of acquiring Greenland. The article highlights the historical context of such acquisitions and the… Read more »
The dramatic decline in cocaine seizures at Antwerp’s port in 2024 illustrates the profound impact of coordinated international efforts on curbing global drug trafficking. Ecuador’s aggressive crackdown on cartels—through military enforcement, port security enhancements, and intelligence-sharing—disrupted traditional smuggling routes and forced criminal networks to adapt. This highlights the interconnected nature of the drug trade, where local enforcement in one country… Read more »
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/us-lift-designation-cuba-state-sponsor-terrorism-ap-reports-2025-01-14 Once again, as Trump’s inauguration as the president-elect is underway, and foreign policy of the United States shifts. In attempt to reverse Trump’s Cuban sanctions, which Trump implemented during his presidency, Biden discusses a prisoner release with Cuba. This all comes at a time where Cuba feels the effects of sanctions and embargoes which were implemented in the Cold-War… Read more »
https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/michigan-governor-warns-trump-tariffs-mexico-canada-could-harm-us-auto-sector-2025-01-15 Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a warner to president-elect Donald Trump of the catastrophic economic outcome of a 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada. The imposed tariff could cause serious harm to the United States auto industry, as well as increasing vehicle prices, and benefiting China. Whitmer stated: imposing tariffs would damage supply chains and slow production… Read more »
https://apnews.com/article/philippines-japan-south-china-sea-trump-139fa39c790569026400afbdccda14cd As President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration into presidency approaches, Japan and the Philippines plan to show Trump the need of US engagement in Asia. An alliance between the three countries build with Joe Biden, however, Japan and the Philippines fear the United States disengagement in Asia following Trump’s inauguration into the presidency. Trump’s “America First” policy causes the lack of… Read more »
