Original Publish Date » March 31 , 2025
Last Updated » 3 weeks
NYT » For now, they are negotiating to minimize the pain from blow after blow, including a broad round of tariffs expected in April. But at the same time, they are pulling back. Preparing for intimidation to be a lasting feature of U.S. relations, they are trying to go their own way.
A few examples:
- Canada made a $4.2 billion deal with Australia this month to develop cutting-edge radar and announced that it was in talks to take part in the European Union’s military buildup.
- Portugal and other NATO nations are reconsidering plans to buy F-35s, fearing American control over parts and software.
- Negotiations over a free trade and technology deal between the European Union and India have suddenly accelerated after years of delays.
- Brazil is not only increasing trade with China, it’s doing it in China’s currency, sidelining the dollar.
- Several allies, including Poland, South Korea and Australia, are even discussing whether to build or secure access to nuclear weapons for their own protection.
