The actions of Donald Trump’s administration on the international stage have sparked strong reactions. Whether it is the new tariff policy, cuts to USAID, pressure on Iran and support for Israel, or the new security strategy published in the autumn of 2025, it is now beyond doubt that U.S. policy—and with it the international order—is facing a fundamental transformation, possibly the most profound since the Second World War. Responses to this new reality typically follow a familiar pattern: initial shock, followed by anger, bargaining, depression, and ultimately acceptance. In the Czech Republic, we currently find ourselves somewhere between the second and third stages, and the present situation raises more questions than it provides answers. Where are we heading, and what is our objective? Is Europe truly in decline? Is Europe’s greatest threat Putin’s Russia, or rather its lagging position in the ongoing scientific and technological revolution? How should the Czech Republic respond to changes in the international order, and should a Babiš-led government strengthen the Euro-Atlantic bond? These are the questions addressed in this paper.

Key takeaways:

• Smaller The Trump era accelerated deeper shifts in the global order that extend beyond any single administration and will continue to shape international politics in the years ahead.
• The West is not disappearing, but transforming—placing greater emphasis on national interests, security, and strategic autonomy.
• The Czech Republic must respond proactively rather than passively waiting for the return of old certainties, and clearly define its role in a changing world

Analysis – Karel Sál

The analysis is in PDF under the link below.