This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler

Trump against the world – Can diplomats handle him?

Nov 20, 2024
Peter Ricketts, a retired senior diplomat and former UK National Security Adviser, discusses the ramifications of Donald Trump's potential return to power. He highlights Trump's zero-sum approach and its impact on global diplomacy, including threats of economic dislocation and turmoil. Ricketts addresses NATO's response to advanced missile capabilities amid rising tensions, while examining the challenges of US-China trade policies. He emphasizes the political complexities of alliances and the need for astute diplomacy in a changing geopolitical landscape.
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