President Trump has unveiled sweeping new trade tariffs—but what happens next? Bronwen Maddox explores the global reaction, the economic fallout, and whether this marks the beginning of the end for globalization.

She’s joined by Jason Furman, former Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers under President Barack Obama, alongside Dame DeAnne Julius and David Lubin from Chatham House’s Global Economy and Finance Programme.

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Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs are likely just the beginning of a longer-term vision.

Putting the Digital Services Tax on the table in US negotiations sends worrying signal on UK digital sovereignty.

The false economy of DOGE.

Presented by Bronwen Maddox. Produced by Amanda Nunn. Executive Producer - John Pollock. 'Independent Thinking' is an Indio Media production for Chatham House.

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