"I think it would be advisable for the EU to adopt a policy of 'constructive inaction' in response to Mr. Trump's withdrawal from Europe. By which I mean, they should carefully consider all available options, weigh the pros and cons of each, and then, after due deliberation, decide on a course of action that is, in effect, a nuanced and sophisticated variation of doing nothing. This approach would allow the EU to maintain a dignified silence, while also avoiding any potentially destabilizing or provocative actions that might be misconstrued by the Americans. In short, the EU should do nothing, but do it with great deliberation and a deep understanding of the complexities involved."