strategic autonomy

Japan is pursuing its own AI development strategy amid U.S. restrictions on Anthropic AI models, as reported by Scott Foster in Asia Times. The article highlights growing doubts about Japan's reliance on U.S. technology under Trump's policies, prompting a dual strategy for strategic autonomy.

India faces a dilemma as its relationship with the United States becomes more taxing with diminishing benefits. Countries that partnered with the United States have subordinated strategic autonomy and national sovereignty for the associated benefits.

The France-Germany fighter jet venture has collapsed, but there is optimism about Europe's potential to achieve strategic autonomy in security. The failure of the joint jet project has not dampened hopes for reducing European reliance on the US for security.

Spanish firms are prepared to build a new fighter jet following the collapse of Europe’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project due to tensions between French and German companies. Spain aims to address potential delays threatening Europe’s strategic autonomy.

The EU Fertiliser Action Plan aims to balance affordability for farmers, strategic autonomy for Europe, and transition to low-carbon fertiliser production. A panel will discuss how to address these interconnected policy goals within the European Commission's framework.

Former UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband urges Europe to seek strategic autonomy from the US without severing the traditional alliance, warning against complete disengagement amid tensions under the Trump administration. He made the remarks at the Hay literary festival, emphasizing the risks of a 'divorce' between the two regions.

Vietnam is pursuing strategic autonomy in critical minerals, as demonstrated by a visit from Japan's PM Takaichi. The visit highlights both the potential and limitations of Vietnam's approach to securing critical mineral resources and supply chain independence.