By Alexandra Robertson Source: NY Times In early January, Donald Trump renewed his efforts to acquire Greenland. Trump’s controversial proposed purchase has sparked an international crisis, setting America’s strategic ambitions against the self-determination of the Arctic’s indigenous peoples. Greenland is the world’s largest island and a semi-autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Trump’s administration desires the “strategically consequential” region, noting t

By Charlie Stephenson Source: U.S. Embassy in Malaysia Amid constant US–China trade tensions, ASEAN frequently features in the headlines. In April 2025, the 37th US–ASEAN Dialogue reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, while a month later ASEAN met with China and the Gulf Cooperation Council to emphasise expanded trade. With US–China economic friction at its peak, ASEAN’s role is crucial: it is China’s largest trading partner, sits astri

By Jamileh Hargreaves Source: Young Diplomats of Canada An interview with Jaclyn Hiebert, Canadian Youth G7 2025 Delegate, discussing policy decisions that reflect young people’s needs, values and priorities at the G7. Intro: America under President Trump poses the greatest challenge to the rules based post-War era. Other major economies and nations are seeking to manage the consequences of his “America First” agenda...and this became clearly apparent at the Kalanaskis G7.