Sweden DUMPS America’s Payments - Germany and Canada Refuse to Follow Trump

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• El argues that America is becoming a less reliable strategic partner while paradoxically remaining the world’s financial safe haven, a contradiction highlighted by its allies’ actions.
• European nations tightened Russia sanctions despite US shifts, and Canada moved closer to Europe (e.g., GlobalEye capability, SAFE agreement), demonstrating a pushback against US policy.
• The Nordics, particularly Sweden, are actively building resilience through contingency planning, such as mandating offline card payments by July 2026, showcasing a focus on self-sufficiency.
• Despite these geopolitical realignments and allies prioritizing resilience, global investors continue to pour money into US government debt, underscoring the enduring, yet paradoxical, role of the US as a financial safe haven.