Blinken Expresses Concern Over Trump Administration's Potential Foreign Policy Shifts

Outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken urges continuity in Biden-era initiatives as Trump prepares to take office.

Antony Blinken, in his final interview as Secretary of State, voiced concerns that the incoming Trump administration may abandon key Biden foreign policy initiatives, including support for Ukraine and strengthened global alliances.
Blinken highlighted achievements in rebuilding international partnerships but acknowledged crises like Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Gaza diverted attention from core objectives in the Indo-Pacific region.
The Biden administration's foreign policy legacy has faced both praise and criticism, particularly regarding its handling of Afghanistan, the Ukraine conflict, and the Israel-Hamas war.
President-elect Trump has been critical of U.S. alliances and aid to Ukraine, raising questions about the continuity of current policies, though his Middle East envoy has supported recent ceasefire efforts in Gaza.
Blinken delivered a farewell address urging State Department staff to remain resilient and committed to diplomacy amidst uncertainty about the Trump administration's approach.