The New Statesman | UK politics and culture Jeremy Hunt: Reform's mission is to destroy the Tories
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Jun 9, 2025 Jeremy Hunt, a veteran politician who has held key roles like Health Secretary and Chancellor, discusses his new book, "Can We Be Great Again?" He delves into Britain's global position and the perception of national decline amidst shifting powers. Hunt argues for a 3% defense budget to strengthen NATO leadership while critiquing past austerity's impact on public health and welfare. He also addresses the Conservative Party’s need for trust and clear policies as they navigate political changes and consider coalitions with rising forces like Reform.
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Britain's Global Influence Today
- Britain remains among the top 10 most influential countries globally despite public perception of decline.
- Influence means shaping the world as much as being shaped by it, which Britain still achieves in key global issues.
Britain's Modern Greatness
- Comparing Britain to its imperial past is misleading; current comparisons should be with today's economies.
- Britain has a respected global role in upholding values and leadership in a threatened international order.
Modernize Refugee Laws
- Rewrite international refugee laws to fit modern migration dynamics and global mobility.
- Encourage leaders like Keir Starmer to spearhead these reforms for credibility and broader European cooperation.
