US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that the Western world could face decline if it does not prioritize national power and technological innovation. Speaking in Athens on Wednesday, he said the West stands at a crossroads and must decide whether to preserve its place in global leadership.
Rubio made the remarks during a visit to Greece at the historic site of Pnyx, near the Acropolis. He also referenced US President Donald Trump.
Rubio says West faces a choice
Rubio described the choice facing the West as one between maintaining its global leadership and accepting a future of “decay, servitude and decline.” His comments emphasized national power and technology as priorities for the Western world.
Key points from Rubio’s remarks
- The Western world stands at a crossroads, Rubio said.
- He urged the West to embrace national power and technological innovation.
- He warned that failing to do so could put the West’s global leadership at risk.
- Rubio spoke at Pnyx during his visit to Greece.
