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Has the World Changed, and Have We?

Published January 26, 2026, 05:10
Has the World Changed, and Have We?

The article refers to the changes taking place in the world and the need for Europe to adapt. It compares the different approaches of the US (with Donald Trump) and Canada (with Mark Carney) and argues that both are sending the same message to the EU: to take action and not wait for help from others. Carney proposes the creation of alliances between European countries, while Trump uses more direct and coercive tactics. The article emphasizes that the era of international rules and economic interdependence is over and that Europe must face the new challenges posed by the rise of China, Russia, India and other powers. It points out that Europe is at greater risk from inaction and self-confidence than from external threats. In the context of Cyprus, the article states that the country must stop relying on protection from the US in the event of a Greek-Turkish conflict and seek its own solutions for its security. Cyprus must prepare for an unstable environment and protect its interests.