Coffee House Shots Is Starmer planning a foreign policy reset too?
Dec 3, 2024
Keir Starmer's upcoming reset speech hints at a pragmatic foreign policy shift, avoiding a stark US-EU divide even with a potential Trump presidency looming. The complexities of maintaining favorable relations amidst trade challenges are discussed. Sir Chris Wormald's conflicting reputation as he steps into the Cabinet Secretary role raises eyebrows, especially with the ongoing Covid inquiry. Labour's growing focus on diplomatic ties with China and a new stance on Ukraine suggests a strategic move towards re-election.
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Starmer's Foreign Policy Reset
- Keir Starmer's foreign policy approach suggests a return to prioritizing interests over values.
- This is evident in decisions like returning the Chagos Islands and signing up to the ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu.
UK's Balancing Act: US vs. EU
- The UK prefers to maintain positive relations with both the US and the EU.
- Sustaining this neutrality will be challenging, especially regarding trade-offs under a potential Trump presidency.
UK's Trade Priorities
- While the US is a significant trading partner, the EU remains a larger one for the UK.
- This is important to consider when making trade policy decisions.