Although worried by Mr. Trump’s complete lack of foreign policy experience, analysts said his campaign rhetoric would inevitably be tempered by experience in the Oval Office, as well as by the advice of experts. A rising China could also put a check on Mr. Trump’s stated ambitions in Asia. Mr. Trump’s talk of disengaging from the region could embolden Mr. Abe’s efforts to develop a more independent foreign policy. Mrs. Clinton backed President Obama’s “pivot” toward Asia, while Mr. Trump criticized it. Mr. Trump’s success shows that politicians should never take voters for granted.”

Source: International New York Times November 09, 2016 06:35 UTC