Prepare a policy brief (about 3,000 words) for the US Congress to reflect your views on the status and dynamics of international relations during the post-pandemic world and a period of new tensions. Policy briefs are produced upon a request from a government department, institution, or some other organization. Under most circumstances, a policy brief is a written report to justify a particular government policy chosen or recommended over other options. Every report also contains an assessment of the current situation and a comprehensive forecast of possible developments, the probability of which the brief has to address. In this brief, reflect on the following questions:
