President Trump’s bold and often unpredictable foreign policy moves are causing quite a stir across the globe. Countries like Denmark, Panama, and South Korea are racing to secure lobbyists with strong ties to the current administration. Why? To better handle the challenges posed by Trump’s policies, from trade tariffs to territorial disputes.

Take Denmark, for example. The country hasn’t typically spent much on lobbying in Washington, but that changed quickly. Just days before Trump’s second inauguration, Denmark’s embassy began searching for a lobbyist with connections to the president. This move comes as Trump has openly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. Talk about a curveball!

But Denmark isn’t alone. Panama, which is pushing back against Trump’s threats to reclaim the Panama Canal, signed a hefty $2.5 million contract with a lobbying team that includes David Urban, a well-known Trump ally. Somalia, facing potential cuts in military cooperation, also inked a $600,000 deal with the same firm. South Korea, meanwhile, expanded its lobbying efforts by hiring Bryan Lanza, a former Trump campaign advisor, to fend off possible tariffs.

This rush to hire Trump-connected lobbyists highlights the growing uncertainty among U.S. allies. Even longtime partners are feeling the pressure. From Colombia grappling with tariff threats to the sudden push for deporting unauthorized immigrants, Trump’s approach has left many nations scrambling to adapt.

As the world watches these developments unfold, one thing is clear: in the Trump era, having the right connections in Washington can make all the difference.