The US is a difficult partner, but an indispensable one. Everyone who have had to do with US politicians and diplomats knows they aren't easy to deal with. That is because of their immense sense of power. But an alliance with the US is absolutely necessary because of our relations with, on the one hand, Germany and France, and, on the other, Russia.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker acknowledges the US is hard to deal with due to their power but says the alliance is necessary. It balances relations with Germany, France, and Russia.
- In plain terms
- The US is difficult but essential for balancing relations with other powers.
- What can you take from it?
- Maintain alliances with powerful partners even if they are difficult.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes an alliance indispensable?
- How do you handle powerful partners?
Another view
Over-reliance on a difficult partner can create strategic vulnerability.
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