James O’Brien dissects Keir Starmer’s big Donald Trump dilemma | LBC
James O’Brien explores the geopolitical dilemma facing Keir Starmer: should the UK prioritise rebuilding ties with the EU or focus on appeasing Donald Trump in pursuit of a US trade deal?
O’Brien highlights the stark contrast between Trump’s self-interest and the moral integrity of former US President Jimmy Carter, questioning the wisdom of aligning with a leader who disregards international norms and alliances.
He likens Starmer’s predicament to a three-legged race, hampered by the constraints of post-Brexit politics and the need to balance competing global relationships.
His remarks come as the UK and EU prepare to unveil a “new strategic partnership,” aimed at strengthening trade and presenting a united front on Ukraine, standing in defiance of Trump’s threat to disrupt decades of transatlantic cooperation.
A draft declaration, expected ahead of the UK-EU summit on 19th May, points to a “common understanding” on several shared priorities.
EU ambassadors are set to meet in Brussels on Wednesday for a briefing from officials who have spent recent months in intense negotiations, working in a so-called “tunnel” to find areas of agreement for the year ahead.
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