'Labour must build trust with Donald Trump - the alternative for Britain is bleak,' says Sir Brandon Lewis
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride MP on how Labour should deal with Donald Trump
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The clear and resounding result in the United States this week, is good news.
We had heard often, how close this would be and many will be surprised at how clear this win is, but it is good for democracy and it can be good for us in the UK.
This US election was never just about who will lead America; it’s about who will take the reins of the world’s only superpower, a role that carries sweeping implications for the global economy and security everywhere. We now know the result and it is clear cut.
It also opens a challenge for the Labour government, as we see conservative and free market leaning governments returned in the EU as well as the win for Trump in the US.
We have over regulated and highly taxed our economy here in the UK and that is making it harder and harder for businesses viability and innovation in the UK and if we want to remain globally attractive and competitive, we need to look closely at how we can fix that.
President Trump always respected the decision the UK made over Brexit and regardless of what anyone may think of that 2016 result, it is a democratic one made by the electros here in the UK.
It is right it is accepted and having such an important ally as the US respect that too, is hugely helpful.
It is also a reason for the government to be focused on finding a way to a UK/US trade deal.
Our government must find a way for its ministers to get past their historic comments and respect the choice of the US too and work with the new President for the benefit of the UK and indeed global security.
President Trump always respected the decision the UK made over Brexit, Sir Brandon Lewis says
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For the UK, the stakes are high.
With global trade patterns shifting and wider economic attention shifting toward the Middle East, the Pacific and China’s growing economic influence, our position on the world stage is no longer a given.
Staying relevant means building deeper partnerships, especially with the US.
Our alliance has always gone beyond individual leaders; it’s been about shared values, defence, and security.
As we confront new political and economic challenges, this foundation will be crucial in keeping both our nations strong. Labour needs to find a way to develop and build that trust with President Trump.
Is this hope for unity and stability idealistic? Perhaps. But the alternative is bleak.
Conflicts continue in the Middle East and Ukraine, while our enemies sit back, all too willing to capitalise on and benefit from chaos.
President Trump has been clear about this views and will now have an opportunity — and a responsibility — to bring momentum to these crises, which would also help stabilise global security and economies.
A forward-leaning UK Government can provide invaluable support to the US’s global endeavours.
With trade patterns shifting in ways that could undermine western economies, we need a collective response to protect our mutual interests.
We are living in a world of pressing challenges but also a unique opportunity to defend and uphold our shared way of life.
History has shown that both nations are stronger when united and working together.
As global challenges grow, this partnership will be essential — for our economies, our security, and the preservation of democratic and free market values worldwide.
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