Checking in on the dumpster fire that is world politics.

This week:

 

Trump’s threat to annex Canada expands to Mexico (!).

Australia’s sphere of influence absorbs Nauru.

The South Korean right has been begging for a crisis with North Korea—here’s why.

JD Vance and Trump take on the Syria question.

A Biden China hand wants us to support Trump on China (!).

Further Reading:

JD Vance, Political Realignment, and Syria

At first glance, Australia’s new treaty with Nauru seems to be a win-win. But questions remain

‘He loves to divide and conquer’: Canada and Mexico brace for second Trump term

After Assad: Q&A From Damascus

The Trump Administration’s China Challenge