专栏丨美国留下的三把“空椅子”

Group 1 - The article highlights the absence of the United States in three significant global governance discussions, symbolized by three "empty chairs" in Brazil, Switzerland, and South Africa, representing a retreat from climate, human rights, and economic governance [1][2][3] - In Brazil, the U.S. delegation was notably absent from the UN Climate Change Conference, which is significant given the U.S. historical role as the largest emitter of greenhouse gases, indicating a disregard for shared responsibilities in addressing climate change [1] - The absence in Geneva during the human rights review process is described as unprecedented, with the U.S. failing to submit reports or attend, undermining its previous role as a self-proclaimed human rights judge [2] Group 2 - At the G20 summit in South Africa, the U.S. not only missed the event but also exerted pressure on the host country, reflecting a prioritization of ideological biases over global economic cooperation [2] - The article suggests that the U.S. is retreating from multilateralism, viewing international rules as constraints rather than foundations for peace and development, and is attempting to counter a multipolar world through isolationist policies [3] - The empty chairs symbolize a significant shift in global governance dynamics, allowing for more diverse voices to emerge in international discussions, as emphasized by South African officials [3]