Asia-Pacific Countries Face Dilemma Between US and China Risks
Uncertainties created by Donald Trump have become a crucial factor in the positioning of countries around the Pacific Rim, as seen at a two-day summit in Gyeongju, South Korea.
- Venezuela's army is weakened due to intensified US military pressure.
- Turkey risks losing a generation of its youth.
- War crimes in Ukraine, including murders in Bucha, have been investigated by police.
- Europe's far right has sworn allegiance to Trump's politics after Charlie Kirk's murder.
- Sanctions against Russia have sparked a rift between the US and Europe over China.
- France faces political instability, putting the Franco-German alliance to the test.
- France may pay higher borrowing costs than Italy.
- The Louvre heist has led to two more suspects being charged and three released.
- All-you-can-eat buffets attract diners in France's city centers.
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Author's summary: Asia-Pacific countries are caught between US and China risks.
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Le Monde — 2025-11-01