Biden's Foreign Policy: Restoring America's Global Standing

Published: Jan. 29, 2021, noon

What are President Biden's main priorities and goals in his foreign policy; how does he envision America and the world?

First, he wants to re-engage with the international community, once again have a seat at the table, and in fact, the most important seat.

Second, he wants to re-create the liberal democratic bloc, or the "free world" as it's more commonly known, in opposition to rising authoritarian powers like China; go back to a more traditional web of friends and adversaries.

Third, he wants to place a priority on human rights in discussions with other countries, and in his immigration policy.

Fourth, he'll have to decide whether he's for or against military intervention abroad.

Restoring American credibility, reputation, and status will be a big feat, in this challenging time for America in the world. We will see how Biden lives up to the moment and his agenda, but for now, this episode should be a good framework.

Information taken from the Council on Foreign Relations.