The US-NATO relationship has been key to global security for more than seven decades, but in an ever-changing geopolitical world, tensions are not unlikely.
If this alliance were to be interrupted, the consequences would be considerable:
- European security realignment: Europe could seek greater strategic autonomy and increase its defence spending, with countries such as France and Germany taking on more prominent roles.
- Economic impact: Areas such as global economic governance, trade, defense cooperation and energy security would be affected, especially in Europe.
- Global leadership vacuum: The lack of transatlantic collaboration would make it difficult to solve urgent global problems, such as climate change, pandemics or nuclear proliferation.
Despite these risks, history shows that the transatlantic relationship has overcome past tensions. This could be a time to reassess and strengthen the partnership, adapting it to the realities of the 21st century. The common values of democracy, human rights and the rule of law would continue to be the basis for this future cooperation.
How do you see the evolution of transatlantic relations in this context? Is it time to renew the alliance or are we facing a turning point?
I look forward to reading your perspectives in the comments.
Originally posted in LinkedIn by Marie Chantal Montero