G7 Meeting Debacle

Well, it was not a debacle for other countries, just ours. The other nations had leaders who had their own agenda, a group agenda with which all would work toward common good for the planet, and a common defense against enemies. There were even discussions that helped understand who those enemies were.


Among the Seven, the so-called leader of the Free World, the presumed sitting president of the USA – donald tRump.


Just writing that tells most of the story. But I will enumerate details for those who need them.


First, France’s Macron controlled the agenda and much of the meeting’s core process.


Second, Other leaders of the G7 supported the direction chosen by Macron; they played roles accordingly.


Third, global warming is an existential threat to all of humankind. Every nation must play a role in addressing this issue. China and the USA are the primary source of pollution that has created and exacerbated the issue. Russia is another player of consequence, but so are other regions of the globe that are growing in economic influence. Brazil is a major player because of its lack of appropriate management of the Amazon Rainforest. Collaboration among all nations is needed to battle global warming. Division on this issue cannot be support.


Fourth, human rights is a cornerstone of all foreign affairs. Some world leaders have a problem with this issue, mainly China. They are not alone, however. The G7 leaders must tackle human rights on a global scale if this foundational issue is to be successfully addressed.


Fifth, economics is no longer the predominant issue among the G7 leaders. They will claim otherwise, but they are wrong. Only sharing economic abilities and equality among all nations throughout the world is a tool to find peace and harmony on the face of the planet.  That and battling global warming are co-dependent issues. They must be worked together.


Sixth, education and research is a common building block for all nations. It is not enough to feed, clothe, house and medicate citizens. It is necessary that all citizens grow in understanding not only their local and national issues, but also global issues. They, and we, have co-equal responsibilities to address all problems leading to peace and survival of the human race. Education and research teach common relevance of all facts and sciences. With these, people are equipped to live lives of purpose and consequence.


Seventh, the USA must remain a leader of high impact because we still have the lion’s share of resources to make good things happen. That does not ‘buy’ us legitimacy in the world community. It only buys a place at the table. Leadership is best when shared among willing partners. Today’s world seems too competitive to be labeled ‘partnered.’ That is an issue worthy of our concentration and resources now. Such an investment of focus and energy will lead to the successful handling of the other issued listed above.


August 28, 2019