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Trump's White House return is already pushing Europe and the UK closer together


Published on 2024-12-11 08:01:44 - MSN
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  • U.K. Chancellor Rachel Reeves travelled to Brussels on Monday to convene with her EU counterparts in the first such encounter since Britain left the European Union.

The article from MSN discusses how former President Donald Trump's potential return to the White House is influencing European and UK political alignments. European leaders, wary of Trump's previous tenure marked by skepticism towards NATO and a transactional approach to international relations, are seeking to strengthen ties with the UK. This push for closer relations is driven by concerns over Trump's possible policies that might undermine European security, such as his past comments on reducing U.S. commitment to NATO. The article highlights that European capitals are now looking to the UK as a key ally in navigating potential future U.S. policy shifts, with discussions focusing on enhancing defense cooperation and strategic alignment to mitigate the risks posed by a Trump presidency. This strategic realignment is seen as a proactive measure to ensure stability and security in Europe amidst uncertainties about U.S. foreign policy direction.

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