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With the Trump administration flirting with isolationism, a return to battle-tested foreign policy principles might be in order. That’s especially true when it comes to defending key US allies like Israel and Ukraine, reaffirming support for the two-state solution in Palestine, and confronting Russian hybrid warfare tactics in Ukraine.
Amid a stalemate in talks over Russia’s occupation of eastern Ukraine, the United States and its allies face a crucial juncture in the struggle for peace and regional stability. Meanwhile, a growing threat from China threatens US global competitiveness and the world’s climate.
The latest developments in the crisis over Taiwan are revealing about how Beijing’s foreign policy is determined by a complex mix of internal and external forces. Moreover, as the world continues to grow more interconnected, the future of democracy and global governance is at risk. The US must build a robust, multilateral response to these challenges to promote its values and protect the security of its citizens and those of other countries around the world. This is the mission of American diplomacy, a practice that — in its broadest sense — includes everything from helping countries establish democratic institutions to negotiating trade agreements and disarming terrorists.