Rising public disillusionment with democratic institutions is fueling support for disruptive leaders like Donald Trump, whose "wrecking-ball" politics are dismantling the postwar liberal international order. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/03/19/world/the-eve-of-destruction/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #us #russia #donaldtrump #vladimirputin #munichsecurityconference #nato #israel #hamas #china #india #france #groupofseven #globalsouth
A world on the eve of destruction

In all the countries surveyed for the Munich Security Index 2026, the downsides of U.S. President Donald Trump's wrecking-ball politics dominate public perceptions.

The Japan Times
Can Donald Trump save Viktor Orbán?

As Hungary’s prime minister trails in the polls, MAGA heavyweights mobilize to shore up their most loyal European ally.

POLITICO

Keir Starmer: "Krieg ist näher als je zuvor!" - Die ganze MSC 2026 Rede auf Deutsch!

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Keir Starmer: "Krieg ist näher als je zuvor!" - Die ganze MSC 2026 Rede auf Deutsch!

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US senator apologizes for Lindsey Graham’s ‘appalling’ outburst at Danish PM

The Republican senator is accused of lashing out at Danish leader Mette Frederiksen over Greenland.

POLITICO
Why Europe can’t defend what it can’t connect 

Digital connectivity is essential to the region’s security. It must be treated more as a strategic asset. 

POLITICO

Russia could intercept European nukes ‘within ten years,’ experts warn – POLITICO

Meanwhile, missile defense systems of the type being developed by Russia are becoming more capable. In 2024, Israel…
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Xi and Merz pledge to strengthen ties as they rebalance amid ‘turbulent’ times

China and Germany have pledged to elevate ties as they seek to rebalance relations amid global …
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The OECD’s detailed peer-review system is key to global economic stability, and Japan’s strategic support can help preserve its institutional capacity amid rising geopolitical and policy pressures. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/02/24/world/oecd-matters-more-than-ever/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #marcorubio #us #donaldtrump #munichsecurityconference #nato #wto #oecd #g7 #g20 #globaleconomy
In a fragmented world, the OECD matters more than ever

In a global marketplace, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development remains essential.

The Japan Times

‘China shock’ hangs over German leader Friedrich Merz’s first visit to Beijing

At a time when German industry is frequently slammed for being too slow and reluctant to change, there…
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