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U.S. Signals Major Foreign Policy Shift: Withdrawal from International Solar Alliance and 65 Global Bodies

Manjushree Sudheendra6 days ago6 days ago04 mins

A New Era of Isolationism? U.S. Withdraws from International Solar Alliance and 65 Global Agreements

The United States announces a significant retreat from global multilateralism, withdrawing from the India-led International Solar Alliance and dozens of other international treaties.

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the diplomatic community, the United States has officially signaled a massive pivot in its foreign policy.

Citing a commitment to prioritize national interests over multilateral commitments, the U.S. has announced its withdrawal from the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) along with 65 other international organizations, conventions, and treaties.

This sweeping decision marks one of the most significant shifts in American global engagement in decades, raising questions about the future of international cooperation on climate change, trade, and security.

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The Exit from the International Solar Alliance (ISA)

The International Solar Alliance, launched by India and France in 2015, was designed to provide a dedicated platform for cooperation among solar-resource-rich countries. The U.S. joined as a member to bolster global renewable energy transitions.

By withdrawing, the U.S. moves away from a key platform for energy diplomacy, particularly one that has been a cornerstone of the burgeoning India-U.S. strategic partnership.

”Interests First”: The Rationale Behind the Move

The core of the announcement rests on the premise that certain international bodies and “entangling” treaties are contrary to American economic and sovereign interests. The administration’s stance suggests:

Sovereignty Over Synthesis: A preference for bilateral deals over broad, multi-nation agreements.
Economic Recalibration: Avoiding financial commitments to international bodies that the administration deems inefficient or biased against U.S. industry.
Regulatory Independence: Freedom from international climate and trade standards that may restrict domestic growth.

Global Implications

The withdrawal of the world’s largest economy from 66 different international instruments is bound to have a domino effect:

Leadership Vacuum: Nature—and geopolitics—abhors a vacuum. As the U.S. steps back, powers like China and the European Union may seek to increase their influence within these organizations.
Climate Setbacks: Without U.S. funding and technical expertise, the ISA and similar climate-focused conventions may struggle to meet the ambitious goals set by the Paris Agreement.
Strain on Alliances: Many of these treaties were built on long-standing trust with allies. Withdrawing so abruptly could complicate diplomatic relations with key partners like India, Japan, and the UK.

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The Path Forward

While proponents of the move argue it is a necessary step to “unshackle” the American economy, critics warn of a “New Isolationism” that could leave the United States on the sidelines of global innovation and security coordination.

As the world watches, the immediate focus will be on which specific 65 bodies are next on the list and how the remaining member nations will adapt to a world where the U.S. is no longer at the table.