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Globalisation helped Russia and China challenge America Now great power competition is back
Politics
Published on 24 April 2026
Trump’s strategy could reshape NATO and US Russia tensions
Geopolitical expert Hal Brands argues that globalisation powered the rise of Russia and China as credible challengers to the US. He says Donald Trump’s approach could push strategic de-escalation with Russia and recalibrate NATO. Meanwhile, Brands warns China may benefit from fractures between the US and Europe, as advanced technology and great-power competition return to center stage.
- Globalisation is credited with enabling Russia and China’s rise
- Trump’s approach may seek de-escalation with Russia
- China could exploit US Europe rifts for strategic gains
- Advanced technologies are reshaping global power competition
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