The future President of the United States of America Donald Trump does not perceive Russia as a global player on the world political stage. The American politician understands Moscow’s dependence on China, and this, from his point of view, is a key challenge.
The most important thing is that Trump has nothing that could be given to Putin, the expert believes.
" Any recognition of Trump from Putin’s point of view means nothing, since Putin does not want to be some kind of president - some Yeltsin, some Gorbachev, Brezhnev or someone else. He wants to be Kim (Kim Jong-in, leader of the DPRK. . ) He wants it like in North Korea - the poorer the people, the more dependent they are,” says Kulpa.
According to him, this model is built on cooperation between the Russian Federation and China, which every day increases Moscow’s dependence on Beijing. The Russian dictator no longer has the opportunity to change this direction, the level of their dependence is too high.
Kulpa noted that in general there are spaces where Trump may be forced to talk to Putin, as well as to Kim Jong-in. For example, these are nuclear weapons.
To avoid serious consequences, we need to talk about some kind of cooperation, but this will not happen at the global, systemic level.
" This is a million military people who strengthen the US presence in Europe. It's just the only power we have today. Next is the defense industry of Ukraine, which today produces various types of drones capable of causing destruction.
Missiles are also being produced that will be able to provide security and deliver a very serious blow and be a button on the escalation ladder,” he said.
According to the expert, Joe Biden pursued a criminal policy towards Central Europe, especially Ukraine.
" And when they weaken, make them second-rate. This is what the Democrats' strategic plan was. I think Trump will not continue this policy. Perhaps he will start by proposing the most positive thing for Russia. Putin will push this away, and then the options will only get worse,” Kulpa added..