The Summit Nobody Asked For: A Political Satire
Photo Credit: From the FaceBook Page of My Friend in the Philippines.
Every nation dreams of hosting a historic summit, a moment when world leaders gather to negotiate peace, debate policy, or at least shake hands awkwardly for the cameras. But the image I received today from a FaceBook friend in the Philippines depicts a very different kind of summit. Let’s call it The Rooftop Bar Accords, held high above a neon-lit cityscape, where diplomacy has been replaced with cocktails and geopolitical strategy comes garnished with lime wedges.
At the center of the photo sit three extremely recognizable world figures, yes, those ones smiling as if decades of tension, sanctions, and mutual threats dissolved the moment the waitress delivered a platter of chicken wings. Surrounding them is a ring of jubilant young women( from the Epstein Files) raising their glasses, as if cheering the sudden outbreak of world peace or perhaps just the drink specials.
And there, on the far right, sits the most grounded person of all: my Facebook friend, caught in the middle of this unlikely political fever dream. In a scene featuring the world’s most controversial personalities, he looks like the only one who actually belongs at a normal social gathering.
The expressions are what make the image a masterpiece. One of the men(Trump) appears to be holding a sparkler, not as a symbol of national celebration, but more like someone who discovered pyrotechnics after two margaritas. Another(Putin) wears the face of a man who believes he just negotiated a three-way security pact or maybe he’s simply thrilled about the fries. The third(Kim Jong-Un) is laughing with a joy rarely seen at international press conferences, possibly because no one here is asking him about missiles. Sorry, Xi you were not invited.
If only real diplomacy worked this way. Imagine global tensions dissolving over shots of tequila. Imagine sanctions replaced with karaoke duets. Imagine the United Nations moving to a rooftop bar with happy hour from 5 to 7.
You want peace in our time? Start with half-priced appetizers with free San Miguel beer.
This impossible image clearly digital, clearly satirical, tells a political truth more honest than anything in a televised debate: put powerful men in a room with good food, bright neon lights, and people who aren’t scared of them, and suddenly the world feels less dangerous. Maybe a little too relaxed, judging by the empty bottles on the table.
And then there’s my friend, smiling, toasting, and looking as though he somehow stumbled into the most politically incorrect reunion ever staged. His presence grounds the whole scene. Amid the absurdity of global rivals partying like college roommates, he is the one figure who reminds me that satire works best when there’s something real in the frame.
So yes, the “Rooftop Bar Accords” will not appear in any history book. No treaties were signed. No borders were redrawn. The only conflict resolved was probably over who got the last spring roll.
But for one glorious, digitally invented moment, world politics looked peaceful, ridiculous, and strangely hopeful. And honestly? If this is what diplomacy looked like, I’d tune in a lot more often.
I hope you get a good laugh or at least smile after you read this posting.
Meanwhile, here's my own photo with the Three Kings💚 of the World..
From Left to Right: Trump, Putin, Kim Jong-Un and ME 💚(The 3 Dictators). Oh, I forgot to invite Xi of China.
Me with my Five-Days Beard and Mustache!
Here are five of the biggest news stories grabbing headlines today — Nov. 28, 2025:
Donald J. Trump freezes immigration from “Third World countries” — After a shooting near the White House that left a member of the United States National Guard dead, Trump announced a “permanent pause” on migration from what he called “Third World countries,” and ordered a wide review of green-card approvals. Reuters+2The Guardian+2
National Guard soldier killed in shooting near White House — The tragedy triggered the immigration crackdown. The Times of India+2www.ndtv.com+2
Consumers click — fewer stand in line — as Black Friday kicks off amid soft demand — Online Black Friday spending rose ~5 % over last year, but in-store foot traffic and traditional bargain-hunting seemed subdued as many shoppers stayed home. Reuters
COP30 ends with watered-down deal on fossil-fuel phaseout — The global climate summit in Brazil failed to secure binding commitments from major oil-producing nations, raising questions about the pace of climate action. The Guardian+1
Next Gen ATP Finals — Young talents like Learner Tien are making headlines in tennis’s next-gen surge— Tien, riding a breakthrough season into the Jeddah tournament, has become a leading name among rising stars. atptour.com
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