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Globalization Crumbles as Nations Shift to Neo-Mercantilism

5/4/2025

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As nations embrace neo-mercantilism, globalization faces a steep decline. President Trump's tariffs reflect a departure from international cooperation, and a possible U.S. exit from NATO threatens European security. This pivotal moment reshapes global economic and political landscapes, intensifying the already fraught relationship between the U.S. and China.

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As nations embrace neo-mercantilism, globalization faces a steep decline. President Trump's tariffs reflect a departure from international cooperation, and a possible U.S. exit from NATO threatens European security. This pivotal moment reshapes global economic and political landscapes, intensifying the already fraught relationship between the U.S. and China.