The post-Cold War world was largely defined by American primacy. The United States emerged as the world’s pre-eminent military, economic and technological power, while its alliances, financial institutions and security guarantees underpinned much of the international order.
For smaller and middle powers, aligning with Washington often appeared to be the safest route to security and prosperity.
That assumption is now being tested.
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