Yet, what is much clearer is the galvanizing impact it has had on the West, including the G7. The Western club's revival as a political and economic force has surprised many, especially after the woes of Donald Trump's presidency. Turn the clock forward to 2023, however, and the unexpectedly unified Western response to Russia's invasion has renewed G7 self-confidence. Of course, key questions about the future of the West pre-date Trump's election as U.S. president. Yet, there is no question that Trump's presidency intensified worry about the future of the West.

Source: The Times May 18, 2023 07:27 UTC