Wary world delicately prepares for Trump 2.0

Wary world delicately prepares for Trump 2.0

US ELECTIONS Wary world delicately prepares for Trump's White House return In a diplomatic dance anticipating the potential return of former President Donald Trump, global leaders are treading carefully and preparing for the challenges that may lie ahead. Estonia's Prime Minister, Kaja Kallas, recently engaged with key allies of Trump during her visit to Washington, highlighting the urgency and delicacy of diplomatic relations. This outreach extends globally, with foreign ministers making strategic visits to regions significant to Trump's influence. Countries worldwide are on high alert, resonating particularly at this week's meetings of the global elite in Davos. The specter of Trump's convincing win in the Iowa caucuses has tightened his grip on the Republican nomination, setting the stage for a possible rematch with Joe Biden. Unlike 2016, leaders are leaving nothing to chance, scouring Washington's Embassy Row for insights into Trump's foreign policy plans and reaching out directly to influential figures close to the former president. Public concern is growing, with prominent figures like European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde openly acknowledging the perceived threat. Interviews with government officials from Europe to Asia, Africa, and Latin America reveal a spectrum of concerns and hopes regarding the potential impact of a Trump reprise on security, trade, climate action, and the global power dynamic.   Know more A 'concrete' step to sustainability Holcim Philippines pioneers a new approach to marine conservation with bioactive concrete, designed for undersea infrastructure and coral reef reconstruction. The innovative material will be tested off the coast of Medina, Misamis Oriental, aiming to revive marine biodiversity and combat the deterioration of the Coral Triangle. Philippines advocates for UN Security Council seat at Non-Aligned Movement summit Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo represents President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. at the 29th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Kampala, Uganda. In his address, Manalo emphasizes the Philippines's solidarity on crucial issues like climate change and sustainable development. The country also seeks NAM's support for its candidature to a non-permanent seat in the UN Security Council. Read more about the ASEAN's reservations on South China Sea disputes and the focus on climate change, AI robots, and NAM reforms in the summit's Outcome Document.  Copyright © 2024 BusinessMirror, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: BusinessMirror 2113 Chino Roces corner Dela Rosa Streets Pio del Pilar Makati 1230 Philippines Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. Follow the BusinessMirror Follow the Philippines Graphic