Summary
The article discusses the challenges faced by middle powers as the world seems to move towards an international order similar to the period before World War II. It highlights the role of the United States in shaping post-World War II Western Europe and contrasts different perspectives on American power. The piece also references a recent call for middle powers to collaborate, made by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at a global conference.
Key Facts
- The article reflects on how the world might be returning to a pre-World War II style political order.
- The United States played a significant role in post-World War II Europe, contributing to peace and prosperity.
- The Marshall Plan was a U.S. initiative to help rebuild European economies after World War II.
- A young Pakistani student compared the U.S. to Imperial Rome, noting that American power feels different abroad than it does domestically.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney highlighted the need for middle powers to work together.
- The article suggests that the benefits of the current international order have not been equally distributed globally.
- The piece includes reflections from individuals who witnessed major historical shifts, such as the fall of communist regimes in Eastern Europe.
