U.S. President Donald Trump's second administration has sparked divided reactions, with concerns over policy shifts and unpredictability. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/01/23/world/america-first-didnt-just-return/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #us #donaldtrump #marcorubio #thequad #indopacificusrelations #americafirst #china

Trump inherits a stronger Indo-Pacific alliance and institutions built on the recognition of the need for action in an evolving security environment. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/01/21/world/donald-trump-commences-his-second-term/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #donaldtrump #joebiden #us #indopacific #china #indopacificusrelations #defense