Geopolitical Analysis: Emerging Strains in "Concert of the Great Powers"

There's been a train of global leaders heading to BeiJing, where Chinese President Xi JinPing is playing host to a changing axis of power. An International Relations specialist says America has declined in the esteem of its allies as well as its adversaries.  Professor Robert Patman explains that while the Trump Administration's departure from US foreign policy benefits Russia and China, the surface diplomacy belies deeper security and trade tensions between the three superpowers.  Text 8168, keyword 'Comments' to share your thoughts. ~~~~ Tune into Thoughts & Comments from 10:00am - 2:00pm on the Rhema Media App.For more from the show, visit the Thoughts & Comments page at rhema.co.nz.Support Rhema: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?brand=rhema&utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.