International Order Rattled by Clinton’s Stunning Election Loss
As traditional opponents of the United States have become emboldened by Clinton’s defeat, longstanding allies have begun to turn away.
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Russia Casts Shadow on U.S. Election
According to Reuters, U.S. election officials have been warned Russia may attempt to discredit this year’s election by posting false reports of voter fraud. The U.S. government formally accused Russia of cyber-attacks against the Democratic Party in early October, and it is estimated that the voter registration databases of at least 20 states were targeted, although there is no evidence to suggest the attacks were successful.
Read MoreAmid Insults and Accusations, Debate Focuses Little on Foreign Policy
Although the debate was filled with accusations and insults, and did not venture far beyond domestic policies such as taxes and unemployment, the candidates briefly covered trade, cybersecurity, and terrorism.
Read MoreIn His Last Tour of Asia, Obama Pushes Trade and the Environment
President Barack Obama, during his last trip to Asia, brought attention to the TPP which represents an American rebalance toward Asia. He argues it will eliminate tariffs and other protectionist measures with the goal of creating jobs and increasing living standards in all member nations.
Read MoreHow Far Did Obama’s Pivot to Asia Get?
Beyond hard power, the Obama administration has sought to advance most of its interests in the Asia-Pacific under the aegis of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal.
Read MoreKremlin Seeks to Compete with Washington for Global Leadership
After several instances of cooperation with the United States in Afghanistan, the Russian government has decided to withdraw any further assistance to the United States or the U.S.-backed Afghan government, according to the New York Times.
Read MoreGlobal Perspectives on the US Presidential Race
In a series of interviews with international students both at Seton Hall and abroad, The Diplomatic Envoy highlights the importance of this election to the world.
Read MoreObama’s Final SOTU: Progress Made and a Vision for the Future
The president called for members of Congress to come together and reach consensus on improving the economy, technology, the political system, and security.
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Samantha Power: “Little Will Happen” Without US Leadership
Power laid out what she viewed as the guiding principles of American leadership abroad, both in the past and going forward: coalition-building and multilateralism, principled engagement with all parties, and preservation of American values.
Read MoreWho Will Fund the Climate Change Agreement?
A major basis for Republican dissent is that President Obama oversteps his constitutional powers by promising funds or negotiating global deals without congressional approval, regardless of subject matter. Those in opposition to the GOP argue that lawmakers do not vote on deals, but on treaties, which require Senate ratification.
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