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Economy and ecology

The art of the deal

Trump’s trade policy blends aggressive tariffs, legal manoeuvring and transactional diplomacy. But could he really blow up the global trade system?

By Luke Cooper

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Democracy and society

Doomed to fail?

Donald Trump’s return to the White House promises a powerful presidency, but can his influence hold as internal divisions grow?

By Geoffrey Kabaservice

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European integration

Changing the game

Trump’s return to the White House could pose a major challenge to the EU’s efforts to integrate the Western Balkans

By Ditmir Bushati

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Economy and ecology

The economic consequences of Trump 2.0

Trump’s agenda thrives on sensational headlines and political grandstanding. Real change usually fails to materialise — with one exception

By Simon Johnson

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Democracy and society

The rise and fall of Justin Trudeau

From progressive icon to cautionary tale — the prime minister’s exit marks the end of an era for Canada

By Jordan Leichnitz

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Foreign and security policy

Ready to talk business

Under Trump’s renewed presidency, uncertainty about global partnerships seems inevitable. Still, Asian players remain somewhat more optimistic

By Marc Saxer, Mirco Günther

picture alliance / Pacific Press | Antonio Melita

Economy and ecology

America’s climate carousel

As Trump’s re-election threatens to derail climate diplomacy once again, the Global South is done waiting for stable leadership from wealthier powers

By Kamo Sende, Idasemiebi Idaminabo

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Foreign and security policy

What does Trump’s election victory mean for Russia?

Moscow seems to be on the verge of getting what it wants. But there are actually few reasons for optimism in the Kremlin

By Tatiana Stanovaya

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Foreign and security policy

New problems, old problems

Trump’s return to the White House signals a new chapter in US-Africa relations, fraught with both uncertainties but also potential opportunities

By Priyal Singh

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Democracy and society

Lessons liberals won’t learn

The inability of liberals to understand Trump’s political appeal is itself part of the explanation for his historic, and entirely avoidable, comeback

By Bret Stephens