21 Jan 2026
TEN KEY TERMS FOR 2026
Mark Logan, former Member of the House of Commons of the UK, has been featured in the Global Times' prestigious "Ten Key Terms for 2026" feature, contributing expert analysis on one of the year's most significant geopolitical trends.
Published on January 18, 2026, the annual feature brings together renowned experts and scholars from around the world to identify and analyse the major trends shaping the global order and political-economic development. Logan was selected to provide insight on the "Widening Rift Between the US and Europe" - a topic of critical importance as transatlantic relations face unprecedented strain.
In his contribution, Logan examines the fracturing coherence of "the West," noting that the traditional post-WWII framework of Euro-American cooperation is under significant pressure. He highlights the challenges Europe faces as the United States recalibrates its global commitments, and offers a forward-looking perspective on how Europe might navigate this new landscape.
Logan's analysis emphasises the need for Europe to prepare for a multipolar world, suggesting that building a robust relationship with China could help chart a fresh course.
He advocates for what he terms a "re-Europeanization" - drawing on the continent's historical strengths in technological innovation and forward-thinking to offer genuine hope in challenging times.
The feature places Logan alongside distinguished contributors including scholars from Shanghai International Studies University, the Valdai Discussion Club, the University of Tehran, and Robert Morris University, underscoring the global significance of this annual analysis.
To read more please visit https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202601/1353570.shtml