Redefining cyber threats: U.S. digital diplomacy takes a new turn with Russia
Cybersecurity, Trump Cybersecurity, Geopolitics UpdatesThe Guardian highlights a significant shift in U.S. digital diplomacy, as the U.S. refrained from labeling Russia a cyber threat at a UN cybersecurity meeting, omitting it alongside China and Iran. This departure from longstanding rhetoric, coupled with the absence of references to allies, signals a strategic recalibration.
The USAID’s closure: Soft power at a crossroads
blog, Trump Public Diplomacy, Soft Power Diplomacy BlogsThe closure of USAID marks an important shift in U.S. foreign policy, potentially weakening American soft power and leaving a vacuum that rivals like China may exploit. As global diplomacy evolves, questions arise about the future of influence, public diplomacy, and the role of digital networks in shaping international relations.
An indiscreet view on the budget of multilateralism | Part 1: Who is on top?
blog, Trump Multilateral diplomacy BlogsThe evolving landscape of global multilateralism, exemplified by the financial contributions of Member States to the United Nations, underscores a shift in influence, with China’s rising share marking a historic turning point alongside the consistent dominance of the United States. This blog explores how funding dynamics reflect broader trends in power distribution, offering a data-driven perspective on the implications for institutions like the Security Council and debates on multipolarism.
Trump 2.0 and the Indo-Pacific
blog, Trump Coercive diplomacy, Multilateral diplomacy BlogsThe Indo-Pacific has become a critical arena where global powers converge, exposing divergent views on its strategic scope and significance. As the U.S. navigates its role under the Trump and Biden administrations, questions around militarisation, multilateralism, and China's growing influence shape the future of this pivotal region.
Tech at Trump’s inauguration: Visible presence, loud absence
blog, Trump Artificial IntelligenceAt Trump's second inauguration, prominent tech leaders, including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, signaled alignment with the administration, raising questions about the future of American tech. However, the absence of major players like Nvidia and Microsoft highlighted a divide, indicating a potential sidelining of responsible AI advocates. The repeal of key AI and digital taxation policies reflects a shift towards deregulation and an "America First" approach, while leaving the crypto space in uncertainty. This landscape suggests a fragmented tech ecosystem, balancing unchecked innovation against the backdrop of global regulatory challenges, raising concerns about the future trajectory of tech governance.
