Andrew Korybko argues that Trump should end the Bilateral Security Agreement with Ukraine on his first day in office if he is serious about his foreign policy plans. A recent op-ed by New York Times contributor Rajan Menon suggests that Trump is unlikely to meet Ukraine's security demands, which may overlook the agreement Biden's administration made with Ukraine. This agreement formalizes US military aid to Ukraine and would require a renewal of support if conflict arises again.
Korybko posits that terminating this agreement may help Trump in his strategy to shift focus back to Asia and China, as existing commitments to Ukraine could hinder such a pivot. The agreement allows either party to terminate it with written notice through diplomatic channels within six months, making it legally possible for Trump to end it, despite possible backlash from opposing factions.
By withdrawing US security guarantees, Korybko believes the chances for peace would increase, as Ukraine might be less likely to provoke further conflict with Russia if it cannot rely on American support. He also highlights that if NATO countries see no US intervention in Ukraine, they may take more responsibility for their own defense and increase their military spending.
Overall, Korybko views the termination of the agreement as beneficial for US strategic interests, allowing Trump to reallocate resources from Europe to focus on Asia. He insists that if Trump aims to implement his foreign policy effectively, canceling the agreement with Ukraine should be a priority.
https://korybko.substack.com/p/trump-should-terminate-the-bilateral
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