Pascal Lamy, the former Director-General of the WTO and European commissioner for trade, offers keen insights into global trade dynamics. He discusses the potential impact of a second Trump presidency on international trade and the shifting relationships between the US, China, and the EU. Lamy reflects on China's economic rise and its challenges to global trade, particularly in sectors like electric vehicles. His expert perspective sheds light on the intertwined nature of trade and economic policy in today's world.

In this discussion, Michelle Fleury, the BBC's North America Business Correspondent, shares insights on the U.S. Supreme Court's TikTok ban ruling, highlighting its implications for content creators. Pascal Lamy, former head of the WTO, provides analysis on the broader global trade context and the impact of tariffs. The conversation touches on Nigeria’s economic struggles amid government reforms, and the ramifications of significant sports contracts, like Erling Haaland's, on market dynamics and club finances.