Trump trumps Biden as president-elect overshadows White House incumbent on world stage
President Biden recently made history as the first American president to visit Angola, a sub-Saharan African nation. However, his trip is being overshadowed by the upcoming return of President-elect Donald Trump to the global stage.
Political experts like Wayne Lesperance and Matt Mowers suggest that world leaders have already started engaging directly with the incoming Trump administration, shifting their focus away from the current administration. Despite Biden’s efforts to highlight America’s commitment to Africa and combat HIV/AIDS on the continent, Trump’s upcoming trip to France for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral has garnered significant attention.
During a recent meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at Mar-a-Lago, Trump raised concerns about drug trafficking and undocumented immigration from Canada into the U.S. He even suggested that Canada could become the 51st state. Additionally, Trump has taken a strong stance on foreign acquisitions of American companies, vowing to block the purchase of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel of Japan.
Trump’s bold statements and actions are shaping world events, leading world leaders to engage with him to get things done. As the spotlight shifts from Biden to Trump, the differences in their foreign policy approaches are becoming more pronounced. While Biden focuses on his legacy and role on the world stage, Trump’s assertive leadership style is already making an impact.
Despite Biden’s efforts to make a mark on his final overseas trip, the world’s attention has shifted to Trump and his incoming administration. As Trump prepares to take office, his strong stance on key issues like trade, national security, and foreign policy is capturing the attention of global leaders. The world is demanding leadership, and all eyes are on Mar-a-Lago as the new center of American power on the world stage.
