The files we follow: Geopolitics of transboundary water resources; France-Japan diplomatic relations; Relations between Japan and the countries of Asia Pacific; US Relations with Indo-Pacific countries
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After almost two months in the White House, the number of executive orders signed by Donald Trump is already countless. Among them, climate and energy issues are not spared. A true climate skeptic and proponent of fossil fuels, the new President did not hesitate for a second before pulling out of the Paris Agreement on the very day of his inauguration. This decision reshaped global energy geopolitics, accelerating rivalry between the major powers.
In this context, Donald Trump’s strategy seems to be part of a broader goal to strengthen the United States’ security and economic alliances, particularly in Southeast Asia, while controlling China’s growing influence in the region. For the countries in this area, Trump’s election has sparked both hopes and concerns, balancing potential opportunities with the risks it brings.
The suspension of USAID (United States Agency for International Development) funding by the Trump administration disrupted many energy development projects in the Indo-Pacific region. This aid had been instrumental in providing technical training for energy sector leaders and enhancing renewable energy trade skills for ASEAN countries. Despite an initial disengagement, Donald Trump has recently intensified efforts to increase the U.S. energy presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
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