The current meeting of global leaders, well at least three major ones and a few minor leaders, is a great show but what will it lead to?
The three main actors, Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong-un, and Xi Jinping aren't three amusing stooges but rather three bullies.
They have been involved in wars, have nuclear weapons, and massive egos but what are they planning to do with them?
They are likely to release a joint statement about cooperation and world peace, but the reality is they are consolidating an 'Eastern' alliance to challenge the western version led by the USA. Be prepared for some challenges to the world order.
I must admit however that they do know how to stage a military parade with precision and grandeur unlike Trump's pathetic birthday show.
Dennis Fitzgerald
Melbourne, Australia