The Monocle Daily Trump’s UN tirade raises questions over trade, climate and alliances
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Sep 23, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, geopolitical analyst Aleksandra Tirziu, global affairs analyst Rajesh Mirchandani, and Asia-focused analyst Remko Tanis dive into the implications of Trump's fiery UN speech. They explore the shifting dynamics of trade and multilateralism, highlighting India-Europe relations and rising Chinese influence in Africa. The guests also assess how Trump's rhetoric might affect US diplomacy and prospects for a Trump-Xi reset, igniting a compelling debate on global alliances and strategy.
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UN Speech Was A Domestic Performance
- Donald Trump's UN speech prioritized performance for a domestic audience over coherent diplomacy abroad.
- Rajesh Mirchandani observed he used the UN as a stage to appeal to the MAGA base rather than to global leaders.
Rhetoric Signals Potential US Pullback
- Trump attacked the UN and claimed credit for ending wars while complaining of no gratitude.
- Rajesh warned this rhetoric risks reduced US engagement and funding for UN bodies.
Immigration And Climate Framed As Core Issues
- Trump framed uncontrolled immigration and climate change denial as central global problems.
- That framing tensions with allies who remain committed to climate action and multilateral responses.