In the last 24 hours, the international landscape has been marked by movements that highlight trade tensions, operational challenges in the airline sector, and profound diplomatic repercussions. Firstly, the United States imposed tariffs of 39% on a wide range of Swiss products — a maneuver that exposed Switzerland's vulnerability, given its decentralized political structure and relatively small economy, raising an internal debate about its ability to maintain economic sovereignty in the face of external pressures.
In parallel, Kuwait Airways is facing significant delays in the delivery of aircraft, exacerbated by regional instability and the crisis in global supply chains. The state-owned carrier now projects to reach a fleet of 30 aircraft only by the end of 2025, as opposed to its previous target of 33, which compromises its ambition to achieve financial breakeven in the same period.
Another relevant focus involves the growing international role of BRICS. Although it did not occur within this 24-hour window, the recent accession of Indonesia to the bloc — formalized on January 6, 2025 — reflects the continuation of a process of enlargement and transformation of the global geopolitical balance.
Moreover, the world is closely watching the trade tension between Brazil and the United States, ongoing since April. American tariffs on Brazilian products (reaching 50% in July) and Brazil's retaliatory measures remain central elements of a dispute with significant strategic and economic impact.
Finally, analyses are emerging regarding the increasing fragmentation of the global financial system. Countries such as India, Russia, Argentina, and Saudi Arabia are seeking alternatives to SWIFT, such as the Chinese CIPS and potential central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), signaling a redesign of the dominant financial infrastructures.
