US foreign policy raises concerns over global stability and security issues

January 11, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US foreign policy raises concerns over global stability and security issues

US Foreign Policy Shift Raises Concerns About Global Stability

A shift in US foreign policy has led some experts to question the country’s commitment to international norms and institutions. According to Ian Bremmer, president of Eurasia Group, a risk analysis firm, America First is a policy that prioritizes national interests over global cooperation.

Bremmer stated that the US has been building an international system over several decades, which is now facing significant challenges. He believes that this system was already experiencing strain before President Donald Trump took office, and that his administration’s actions have accelerated its decline.

The US decision to intervene in Venezuela and make threats against Greenland are seen as examples of a more aggressive foreign policy approach. Bremmer argues that these actions have made the US less reliable for its allies and increased its role as a driver of geopolitical risk globally.

Bremmer emphasized that the international community relies on cooperation and collective security to address global challenges. He believes that the US’s shift towards America First is undermining this system and creating uncertainty about the future of international relations.

The implications of this policy shift are being closely watched by experts and policymakers around the world. As the US continues to navigate its foreign policy priorities, it remains to be seen how this will impact global stability and cooperation.

Source: Al Jazeera