<h1>Former PM praises current leader's shift to multi-alignment trade and foreign policy to counter unfair US tariffs</h1> A former prime minister praised the current prime minister's shift to a 'multi-alignment' foreign and trade policy in response to what was described as an unreasonable US tariff action, endorsing pursuit of alternative economic partnerships and diplomatic outreach to major powers including Russia, China and Japan. The letter frames the policy as legally and politically pragmatic, suggesting it may mitigate trade-restriction risks, enhance bargaining leverage, and reshape strategic alignments without abandoning core values. It also highlights diplomatic engagement on conflict resolution as reinforcing the state's international standing and negotiating position.