Donald Trump's decision to quit the G7 summit in Canada a day early sent a clear message to his mainly European colleagues: you pygmies don't matter, I as the embodiment of untrammelled United States power, call the shots. Coupled with an open invitation to Russia to rejoin the G8 fold and a put-down of "publicity-seeking" (sic) Emmanuel Macron, it reinforced the Trump2.0 … [Read more...] about Make Europe Great Again
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Fox News wins it for Trump
Donald Trump’s ratings continue to slide on most issues. Recent Economist/YouGov polling across the US, completed on May 9-12, shows 51% think the country is on the wrong track, while only 45% have a favourable impression of his job as president. On inflation and prices in the shops, only 35% approve of his handling of this policy. Trump seems to be scoring particularly badly … [Read more...] about Fox News wins it for Trump
Trump’s negotiation tactics: a business mindset in a diplomatic world
The recent public confrontation between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office has highlighted the complex interplay between national interests and foundational principles in international negotiations. This incident underscores the challenges that arise when immediate strategic interests overshadow enduring commitments to … [Read more...] about Trump’s negotiation tactics: a business mindset in a diplomatic world
Yesterday’s robber barons can teach today’s oligarchs about responsibilities of wealth
When Mark Zuckerberg recently announced sweeping changes to his company Meta’s work practices in anticipation of a Trump 2.0 presidency, keen-eyed observers noticed the tech titan was wearing a wristwatch worth nearly US$900,000 (£837,000). It’s one of a range of high-end timepieces he has sported recently. This ostentatious display of wealth may have ensured the luxury … [Read more...] about Yesterday’s robber barons can teach today’s oligarchs about responsibilities of wealth
Trump 2.0 and a new age of authoritarian capitalism
After four years of narrowly avoiding prison, Donald Trump is back in the White House. For many observers outside the US, the re-election of a convicted felon who tried to illegally overturn an election is baffling. But Trump’s second victory was no fluke – and nor was it merely the result of Russian interference or ‘deplorable’ voters. Although Trump left formal politics in … [Read more...] about Trump 2.0 and a new age of authoritarian capitalism