US primary source of global risks
Washington should foster global cooperation, abandon Cold War mentality
The world, in essence, seems to be on the precipice of a year marked by grave concerns and problems, due to the interconnected nature of some top risks with the actions and policies of the United States.
It is increasingly fair to assert that the US, in its mockery of international norms and values, has emerged as the primary source of global risks in 2024.
At present, the world is confronting numerous crises, each carrying a genuine risk of spilling over and escalating into an even more formidable challenge.
Notably, there is a looming possibility of a broader conflict erupting in the Middle East, which would have an impact on global commerce and potentially give rise to supply chain-driven inflation.
In a world besieged by escalating wars and conflicts, and interlocking series of crises, the US adding more fuel to the fire.
Under President Joe Biden, the US is persisting in adopting the same approach as his predecessors, therefore contributing to the global erosion and mockery of international norms and values.
Recent geopolitical issues, such as the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Palestine conflicts, have led to complex and volatile regional security situations.
The US-led role of fueling tensions with intensifying geopolitical games not only has a profound impact on world stability, but also disrupts global industrial chains.
The notion of so-called “rulesbased” international order that is invoked by the Biden administration, ostensibly promoting order, was written by Washington to allow the White House, the CIA and the Pentagon a free hand in their overt and covert actions.
The US government has provided unequivocal support and military aid to Israel’s military offensive in Gaza, which is against the global order and system of rules. The consequences of Israel’s actions over the past few month cast doubt on the sincerity of the rules supposedly underpinning the international order.
The attempted justification implies that these “rules” potentially allow states to inflict collective punishment, use starvation as a weapon, and indiscriminately bomb civilians and essential infrastructure, all with total impunity. Such outrageous behavior poses a direct challenge to international peace and stability.
The deviation from principles that uphold peace and stability presents a grim perspective on the world order.
Amid these dynamics, there is a growing concern about the potential escalation of conflicts and their spread to other regions.
The risks of the US becoming directly involved in a multifront war are on the rise, as exhibited in the Red Sea crisis.
Washington’s pursuit of the socalled “Indo-Pacific” strategy and the encouragement of allies to provoke them against China on South China Sea-related issues contribute to the escalation of tensions.
The US government’s emphasis on competing for influence with other major powers in Africa, Latin America and Asia is increasing tensions.
US interventionism aims at global dominance, breeding instability and violence worldwide. Washington must shed the Cold War mentality and cease interference in other nations’ internal affairs.
In the current global landscape, the core objective for countries worldwide engaging with the US should be to prevent the nation from bringing additional risks to the world.
The US government should embrace a more contemporary approach, fostering global cooperation instead of perpetuating outdated ideologies.
Abandoning the Cold War mentality and respecting the sovereignty of other nations will contribute to a more harmonious and collaborative international system.