Which Country's Foreign Policy Style Are You?
Which Country's Foreign Policy Style Are You?
The "International World Leader Prom," as the Daily Skimm calls the United Nations General Assembly, brought out some of the most vocal speeches by world leaders this fall, just in time for the UN's 70th birthday. Based on certain stances over global issues, where does your foreign policy agenda fall in line?
The "International World Leader Prom," as the Daily Skimm calls the United Nations General Assembly, brought out some of the most vocal speeches by world leaders this fall, just in time for the UN's 70th birthday. Based on certain stances over global issues, where does your foreign policy agenda fall in line?
Cops just shut down a rager across the street. Some of the partygoers heard about your badass kickback the same night. Soon, you see them heading over to crash your place. What do you do?
What's your favorite thing about holidays?
Pick a color.
What's your biggest regret from growing up? Don't worry, we'll keep your secret.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
What's your Love Language?
Pick a character from "House of Cards."
Pick a synonym for "diplomacy."
China
China
With the gloabl economy becoming ever-dependent on China, no wonder the rest of world is threatened by you.. Not everyone may be able to understand the way you live your life, but they are aware of your value. Take that power and move forward with your knowledge and potential.
President Xi Jinping's talking points: sustainable development; counterterrorism; peacekeeping.
Russia
Russia
You're just minding your own business. What the rest of the world doesn't appreciate about you is your sense of loyalty, strategy, and ambition. Your background shows strength; In the end, you do you, bro.
President Vladimir Putin's talking points: military support in Syria, “military coup” in Ukraine. See a pattern here?
The United States
The United States
You do your best to set an example and be a leader, but the rest of the world gets on your case anyway. Sure, things aren't what they used be, but don't let the negativity get you down. With great power comes great responsibility and you've got plenty of both.
President Obama's talking points: Conflict in Syria and Ukraine; nuclear deal with Iran; call for more global cooperation.
France
France
Even if everything around you looks like it's going into chaos, you've still got the foresight to set your eyes on the future. You're ready to step up and help create change, so take charge!
President François Hollande's talking points: CO21 climate change conference later this year; helping emerging economies; call for transitional government in Syria, pledged money to Syria's neighbors for refugee purposes.
Iran
Iran
You're a mystery. It's hard for the rest of the world to understand who you are, much less the way you live your life. You make big demands, so you've got some haters. Stick with what you know and make the effort that works for you, the results will show your true strength.
President Hassan Rouhani's talking points: Iran as a religious democracy; anti-terrorism efforts in the Middle East; “harm has now stopped,” referring to previous U.S. sanctions and the subsequent nuclear deal.
Mexico
Mexico
Feeling too much pressure from your personal problems? It's possible that the whole system needs fixing, not just you. If you had more chances, then they'll see how valuable you really are. So show them what you've got!
President Enrique Peña Nieto's talking points: Security Council reform; greater concern for drug trafficking; seeing migrants as a humanitarian crisis in the Americas..