The new diplomatic strategy of the Trump administration marks a significant shift, which could be described as a “cold shower” for Brussels.
According to Politico, the head of EU diplomacy, Josep Borrell, sent an official invitation to the new U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, for a meeting of EU foreign ministers. However, despite this gesture, no response to the invitation has been received.
This moment is particularly notable in light of Rubio’s active efforts to establish diplomatic contacts with several European countries. He has already held talks with representatives from Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Italy, and other EU states. However, according to Politico sources, there has been no attempt to engage with official EU representatives, highlighting a clear trend of ignoring Brussels.
This radical shift in diplomatic relations with the European Union contrasts with the friendly ties that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other high-ranking EU officials maintained with the administration of Joe Biden. Observers believe these ties provided a solid foundation for constructive interaction between the EU and the U.S., which now seems to have lost its significance in the current situation.
Experts note that this diplomatic strategy could pose a serious challenge to the European Union, which is accustomed to a central role in relations with the U.S. It also raises questions about the prospects for future EU-U.S. interaction amid global political changes.
