The US National Security Strategy unveiled by the US administration marks a sharp departure from the post-Second World War era. For over seven decades, Washington has cast itself as the guardian of a global order built on alliances, democratic promotion, and military interventions to reshape nations. The new security strategy, however, pivots to an “America First” doctrine. It promises to avoid endless wars, reject nation-building abroad, and redirect focus toward the Western Hemisphere. This approach treats foreign policy as a business deal; alliances endure only if they yield clear gains.

Trump's National Security Strategy emphasises U.S. interests, strategic stability with Russia and China, and a non-interventionist approach.

The US National Security Strategy unveiled by the US administration marks a sharp departure from the post-Second World War era. For over seven decades, Washington has cast itself…