On: U.S. pauses intelligence sharing with Ukraine used for strikes on Russia

[ianburrell]

EU is the US largest trading partner if counted together, top in both imports and exports.

[hollerith → ianburrell]

International trade is largely irrelevant to the US.

Yes, Washington used its navy to keep international trade safe during the Cold War, but that was mainly a bribe to get nations to consult with Washington on security matters.

[bigyabai → hollerith]

I think you're mistaking globalist foreign policy for the free market with this one. Intetnational trade is the lifeblood of every significant American business.

[foldr → hollerith]

> International trade is largely irrelevant to the US.

I guess this statement is meant to be provocative, but isn't it just bonkers?

For starters, just think of the number of items bought by US consumers that are manufactured in China.