Intervention By Trump Is Outrageous, Says Flint Global's Fraser

The transcript discusses President Trump's criticism of the UK Prime Minister's policies, particularly regarding Brexit. It explores whether Trump's intervention is motivated by trade concerns or Brexit's direction. The discussion highlights the complexities of UK-US trade negotiations, especially if the UK remains aligned with the EU. The White Paper's focus on goods and its implications for trade are analyzed, along with the EU's likely response to the White Paper, considering the UK's political situation.

What was President Trump's intervention in UK politics primarily about?

• His personal dislike for the UK Prime Minister

• Concerns over UK-US trade and Brexit

• A desire to strengthen the EU

• An attempt to influence UK elections

Why might the UK find it challenging to negotiate trade deals with the US post-Brexit?

• The UK will be too closely aligned with the EU

• The US has no interest in trading with the UK

• The US demands are too high

• The UK lacks the resources for negotiations

What is a significant challenge in negotiating free trade deals on services?

• They are easier to negotiate than goods deals

• They require alignment with EU regulations

• They are typically less developed than goods deals

• They are often very comprehensive

How might the UK's White Paper affect its trade negotiations with the EU?

• It will be immediately accepted by the EU

• It may be seen as cherry-picking by the EU

• It will lead to a complete break from the EU

• It will simplify negotiations with the EU

What is a potential consequence of the UK being a 'rule taker' on goods?

• The UK will have more leverage in negotiations

• The US will have to negotiate with the EU

• The UK will dominate global trade

• The UK will have fewer trade partners