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Vacuum diplomacy: soundbites, security, and the price of complacency
As we appear to edge a little closer to the end of the war in Ukraine, Europe seems to be woefully unprepared for the continent’s new security architecture. This new era of conflict is likely to impact every economy in Europe. Intern Will Johnstone explores how we got here, and what must now be done
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The age of the strongman: Trump, tariffs and the UK’s high-stakes gamble
Trump is doubling down on his America First ethos, ready to wield tariffs like a red, white and blue sledgehammer. Arron Gatley looks at what this means for the UK.

- Politics
Trump 2: Will it be different this time?
As Donald Trump returns to the White House pledging to make America great yet again, his divisive policies have already created waves at home and abroad. Managing Partner John Penman considers what it could mean for business in the UK and Scotland.
