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Canada’s Justin Trudeau says major international bodies like the WTO and IMF are poorly suited to today’s geopolitics and argues for “microlateralism”—small group coalitions of like‑minded states—as great powers (the US, China, Russia, India) selectively follow rules, amid Canada’s push to recalibrate diplomacy in a more multipolar world and ongoing global tensions.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that its computer system was hacked, leading to an ongoing response to the breach. The ICC, which handles highly sensitive information about war crimes, has not disclosed the severity of the hack, whether it has been fully resolved, or the identity of the perpetrators. The court is currently conducting 17 investigations into various situations, including Ukraine, Uganda, Venezuela, Afghanistan, and the Philippines. The breach raises concerns about the security of highly sensitive documents, including criminal evidence and the names of protected witnesses. The ICC is working with the Dutch government to analyze and mitigate the impact of the incident, while also taking steps to strengthen its cybersecurity.
The BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) are meeting to discuss their common desire for a more balanced global order and to challenge the dominance of the US and the West. While the BRICS countries have established their own development bank and symbolize an alternative to the US-led global financial system, their efforts have been largely symbolic due to their own economic slowdowns and internal differences. However, the fact that many countries are seeking alternatives to the US-led order indicates a desire for change. The BRICS summit is unlikely to provide a clear vision or unity, but it highlights the need for the Biden administration to reckon with the desire for a different type of world order.
Entrepreneur and 2024 Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has proposed defunding international institutions that are hostile to the U.S. and considering a complete withdrawal from the United Nations, stating that it has outlived its institutional purpose. Ramaswamy's anti-establishment campaign has gained traction, placing him in second place in the GOP primary according to a recent national poll. He argues that continued membership in the U.N. should be based on the best interests of the U.S., and withdrawal could have a significant impact on the organization's efforts worldwide.