The updated U.S. National Security Strategy, released by the Trump administration, outlines a foreign policy that emphasizes economic benefits for American companies, particularly in less powerful countries. This document marks a shift from previous administrations' portrayals of U.S. interests, which included a broader commitment to promoting democracy and human rights. Instead, the current strategy advocates for peaceful commercial relations without imposing democratic changes that may conflict with the historical and cultural contexts of other nations.

The strategy indicates a focus on reducing migration and refraining from criticizing authoritarian regimes, viewing them primarily as potential economic partners. This approach contrasts sharply with the narrative from Trump's first term, which framed international relations as a struggle between repressive systems and free societies. The new policy reflects a narrower interpretation of U.S. interests, prioritizing profit-driven motives over humanitarian considerations.