Our Scans · (ZY.4.14) International Relations · Weekly Summary

• As part of the U.S. strategy to cut ties with nations it sees as risky, Benin may face restrictions that will impact its trade, tourism, and international relations. Travel And Tour World
• While nuclear war is unlikely, smaller conflicts, cyberattacks, and political crises could still have major global consequences, affecting economies, supply chains, and international relations. Economic Times
• The lasting impact of Arctic shipping will extend beyond mere logistics, influencing global trade patterns, energy security, and international relations for decades to come. The Chronicle-Journal
• Geopolitical tensions, particularly related to the war in Ukraine, and economic relations with China and the United States, will directly impact trade flows and international exchanges. hybriscf.it
• The ripple effects will extend to international trade relations, as major importing nations, particularly China, will closely monitor U.S. supply and pricing, potentially adjusting their sourcing strategies from other global suppliers like Brazil and Argentina. FinancialContent
• In today's uncertain and unpredictable international landscape and with both nations' shared commitment to development, China and India, after five years of strained relations, have begun to re-evaluate their strategies. The Manila Times
• The prospect of increased US tariffs on European goods underscores a broader trend towards protectionism, which could lead to a fragmentation of global trade and further strain international economic relations, potentially pushing the Eurozone into recession. The Chronicle-Journal
• Geopolitical Developments International relations and geopolitical events unfolding in 2025 will shape political discourse, policy decisions, and global stability. Trending News Now
• The Trump administration's external counternarcotics policies push drugs into an unprecedented level of prominence in U.S. geopolitical and trade relations while synthetic opioids and drugs continue to evolve and spread globally, posing an escalating international threat. Brookings
• By 2025, changing political alliances and emerging economic powers may alter the landscape of international relations. Thinglabs.io
• Global events, such as geopolitical instability or significant shifts in international trade relations, could impact the demand for foreign skilled labour in the US, thus influencing the application numbers. 2025
• The most urgent question now is whether the UN report will add to growing pressure on Israel to stop its genocidal campaign in Gaza and prompt a review by the international community of ties with Tel Aviv, most notably EU-Israel relations, which include key trade and military agreements. The New Arab
• The divisions that emerged during the votes in both the Security Council and the General Assembly could signal a broader realignment in global diplomacy - one that could potentially reshape transatlantic relations, Council dynamics, and the future of international engagement on Ukraine. Security Council Report
• Politically, with global supply chains playing a critical role, it could influence international relations within the tech sector, especially given Luxshare's Chinese origins and the ongoing geopolitics of tech production. OpenTools
• Continued political instability could dampen buyer confidence and slow price growth in the coming months, particularly if it affects Turkey's EU accession talks or international relations. Investropa
• The US plans to implement new tariffs on a country-by-country basis to rebalance international trade on what it perceives to be unfair trade relations. PwC
• There are many opportunities for both Africa and China to enhance their trade relations in 2023 and beyond, following further relaxation of COVID-19 policy in China that will facilitate international personnel exchanges. tralac
• International summits or negotiations concerning trade agreements, climate change, or nuclear disarmament could significantly impact global relations and economic policies. March 2025
• If the world returns to a Cold War-like state of affairs, ideological alignment or a preference for a certain regime type will once again become a crucial factor in determining international relations. The Diplomat

Last updated: 26 December 2025