U.S. Secretary of State Rubio said today: "Meeting with my G7 counterparts in Munich to advance President Trump's vision of peace through strength. We discussed our ongoing efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war, promote stability in Venezuela, and address global threats to achieve international peace and prosperity."
Comment: This meeting between Rubio and his G7 counterparts seems more like a diplomatic show for domestic audiences. While he talks about 'peace through strength,' it's actually a way to quickly set the tone for the Trump administration, establish authority, and rally allies, packaging issues such as Ukraine and Venezuela into a list of 'American leadership' achievements. For Europe, this is both an安抚 and a pressure—telling them that the new U.S. government's tough line will not ease, and the G7 must keep up. The whole operation emphasizes posture over substance, and declaration over negotiation. Ultimately, it's still driven by U.S. interests and domestic politics.
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