3. United States
At first glance, Brexit spells disaster for United States foreign policy. The strongest ally they have in Europe just isolated itself from the European Union, and now the leading roles in Brussels when it comes to foreign affairs will be secured by France and Germany. Both of this countries are much less eager to jump on US bandwagon when it comes to intervention on foreign soil and securing a wide coalition like the ones for the Afghanistan and Iraq wars now seem almost impossible. However, there are few possibilities that can, if conducted carefully, more than make up for America’s loss of influence. First of all, the key for US – EU relationship is finding a way to elevate relations between Washington and Berlin on a new level. This will require careful maneuvering by the State Department and also a dose of humility, but cordial US – German relationship can be a game changer not just for America, but for Europe as well. With European traditional reluctance to properly finance its armed forces (not to mention the loss of UK forces, which only leaves France as battle tested and combat ready army in Europe) NATO will play even bigger role in continent’s security. If Washington plays its card right, United States can in the end benefit greatly from Brexit. And now, let’s see the top two countries that will benefit from Brexit.
