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Following President-elect Donald Trump’s commanding victory with 312 electoral votes, international leaders are scrambling to adjust, particularly those nations accustomed to substantial U.S. financial support and existing power structures.
European leaders, from Emmanuel Macron to Giorgia Meloni, have been quick to extend diplomatic overtures to America’s incoming 47th president. Their swift response signals significant implications for international relations under Trump’s leadership.
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Putin congratulated Trump on his win and was asked if he's ready to start discussions with Trump…? …" We are, We are."
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European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen has demonstrated particular strategic awareness of Trump’s dealmaking approach. Her outreach includes a proposal for European purchases of American energy resources.
“We still get a lot of LNG from Russia and why not replace it by American LNG, which is cheaper for us and brings down our energy prices,” Von Der Leyen stated in her message to Trump.
This LNG proposal could provide Trump leverage in negotiations with Vladimir Putin, particularly regarding the BRICS initiative and Ukraine conflict. Additionally, Von Der Leyen’s proposal might serve as a preemptive measure against potential U.S. tariffs.
In France, political developments could favor Trump’s diplomatic agenda. The French government’s instability and potential rise of Marine Le Pen could establish a more ideologically aligned partnership, despite the interim diplomatic engagement with Macron at Notre Dame.
Regarding North American relations, while tensions with Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau may persist, opposition leader Pierre Poilievre’s growing influence could create new diplomatic opportunities before the 2025 election. Economic cooperation remains possible, despite ideological differences.
LEADERSHIP: World leaders respect and fear Trump. They also really like him. Watch Emmanuel Macron greet Trump in Paris. You don’t see this reaction with Biden.. pic.twitter.com/GrruzjIZRM
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Mexican relations show promise under President Claudia Sheinbaum, who appears receptive to Trump’s immigration policies. She explicitly stated, “Send people who come from other countries to their countries of origin.”
Trump’s anti-cartel stance remains firm, backing it with threats of 25 percent tariffs on Mexican imports unless immigration and drug trafficking are curtailed. He has reported successful discussions with Sheinbaum regarding migration control through Mexico.
While Trump faces a changed international landscape, his established diplomatic relationships and negotiation tactics position him to potentially strengthen America’s global influence through a combination of economic leverage and strategic partnerships.
