Alan Beattie

Alan Beattie, a senior trade writer at the Financial Times, delves into Donald Trump's stark trade promises for his potential second term. The conversation reveals the possible impacts of higher tariffs on China and other nations, discussing economic fallout and consumer price dynamics. They also address the role of the World Trade Organization and skepticism about U.S. collaboration with it. Finally, the implications of government spending and trade policies on future deals reflect a complex landscape for international relations.