President Trump Pulls Out Of International Surveillance Treaty

President Trump announced the US withdrawal from the Open Skies Treaty, raising concerns about losing intelligence. The treaty allows member countries to conduct surveillance flights over each other's territories, primarily for confidence-building. While some support the withdrawal, citing national security and treaty violations by Russia, others, including China, criticize it for undermining trust and transparency. European countries plan to continue with the treaty. President-elect Joe Biden may reverse this decision, aiming for more international engagement.

What was one of the main purposes of the Treaty on Open Skies?

• To promote cultural exchanges

• To establish trade agreements

• To enable observation and surveillance flights

• To allow unrestricted military operations

Why did President Trump decide to withdraw from the Treaty on Open Skies?

• He aimed to strengthen cultural ties with Europe

• He wanted to increase trade with Russia

• He believed it was outdated and limited military capabilities

• He sought to expand the treaty to include more countries

What was Russia's response to the US withdrawal from the treaty?

• They claimed the US ignored their proposals to resolve issues

• They agreed with the US decision

• They decided to withdraw from the treaty as well

• They proposed a new treaty with China

How did China react to the US withdrawal from the Treaty on Open Skies?

• They supported the US decision

• They remained neutral

• They expressed disapproval and concern

• They proposed a new treaty with the US

What is expected from President Elect Joe Biden regarding international treaties?

• He plans to continue Trump's policies

• He has promised to reverse many of Trump's actions

• He intends to withdraw from more treaties

• He will focus solely on domestic issues