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As discussions progressed, it became clear that the prevailing mindset in dealing with Greenland and the Panama Canal should orient toward negotiation and respect for sovereignty. With the emphasis on a 21st-century diplomatic approach, the need for the U.S. to engage more effectively with allies was echoed throughout the discussions.
Analysts pointed out that real impacts on consumers and business interests, such as those seen during supply chain disruptions, call for a more tactical and collaborative foreign policy. The apparent lesson here is that preserving relationships through cooperation lends itself not only to strategic advantages but enhances the U.S.'s standing as a responsible global actor.