ZHAW International Business Podium: Ukraine – USA – EU
Playing Russian Roulette with Donald Trump: The Consequences for Ukraine, Europe and the World
The return of Donald Trump to the White House and his willingness to shatter long-standing norms has brought a massive increase in geopolitical uncertainty. His approach to foreign policy - marked by unpredictability, transactional diplomacy, and rejection of traditional alliances - has already begun to reshape the global order. Nowhere is this more evident than in Ukraine, where U.S. support hangs in the balance, and in Europe, where leaders must navigate an increasingly volatile security landscape without the US leadership they relied on for so long.
The recent online business podium featured an engaging discussion with ZHAW experts, including Prof. Dr. Christopher Hartwell, Prof. Dr. Florian Keller, Dr. Alina Nychyk, and Senior Lecturer Dominique Ursprung. The panel analyzed the geopolitical uncertainties of a second Trump presidency, focusing on U.S. support for Ukraine, NATO’s stability, and Europe’s role in regional security. Key topics included the risks of a weakened transatlantic alliance, Russia’s potential strategies, and the economic consequences of Trump’s trade policies. The event provided critical insights into the strategic challenges ahead for Ukraine, Europe, and the global order.
