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How will Trump’s re-election impact America & the World?
Donald Trump's re-election carries implications for Americans and global businesses, international relations, and critical policy areas.
Donald Trump’s re-election carries implications for Americans and global businesses, international relations, and critical policy areas. Understanding the potential impacts is essential for anyone navigating today’s interconnected world.
These leading experts help organisations navigate how Trump’s approach to trade, technology, foreign policy, the environment, and social issues might shape the next four years and beyond.
Engaging with these top speakers allows companies to better understand the possible ripple effects of a Trump re-election. By considering diverse expert perspectives, businesses and individuals can prepare for changes in economic policies, social issues, and global relations, making it easier to adapt to—and potentially leverage—the evolving landscape.
Geo-Politics:
A Trump administration may pursue a more unilateral approach, potentially affecting:
- NATO relationships and commitments
- Middle East diplomacy and engagements
- Global cooperation on issues like climate change and international security
This matters for companies operating in these regions or those reliant on international stability for investments and growth.
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Mick Mulvaney Chief of Staff, President United States; Director, Office of Management and Budget (OMB); United States Special Envoy, Northern Ireland -
Jeffrey Sachs World-renowned Economist, Bestselling author, Innovative Educator, and Global Leader in Sustainable Development -
Pippa Malmgren Former US Presidential Advisor, Former Advisor to the UK Cabinet, Best-Selling, Award-Winning Author, Tech Entrepreneur
Economic Policies and Trade:
Trump’s “America First” approach could significantly impact global trade. Potential outcomes include:
- Increased tariffs on imports, particularly from China and the EU
- Renegotiation of trade agreements
- Possible retaliation from trading partners
These changes may lead to supply chain disruptions and increased costs for businesses and consumers
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Winston Ma CFA, Esq., and Adjunct Professor at NYU School of Law; Author of 'The Hunt for Unicorns' & 'The Digital War' -
Douglas Rediker Managing Partner at International Capital Strategies, Previous US Board Member IMF -
Carmen Reinhart Professor at Harvard Kennedy School and Former Senior Policy Advisor and Deputy Director at the IMF -
Anthony Scaramucci Founder & Managing Partner, SkyBridge Capital - Founder & Chairman, SALT Conference - Author, Investor, Podcast Host, Crypto Thought Leader
Environment
Trump’s stance on environmental regulations could impact:
- Rollback of climate change mitigation efforts
- Support for fossil fuel industries
- Potential slowdown in the transition to renewable energy
This is crucial for firms in clean energy and sustainability sectors.
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Jeremy Rifkin Economic and Environmental Though Leader -
Christiana Figueres Co-host of the podcast “Outrage & Optimism” and Former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change -
Melati Wijsen Founder of Youthtopia and Bye Bye Plastic Bags, Young Changemaker, Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Honouree, 3x TED Speaker and Author of Change Starts Now
Social Policies
Changes in healthcare and immigration policies could have far-reaching effects:
- Potential modifications to the Affordable Care Act
- Stricter immigration policies affecting labor markets
- Impacts on sectors reliant on immigrant labor, such as agriculture, tech, manufacturing, hospitality, etc
Companies and individuals alike need to stay informed and agile, anticipating these shifts to remain competitive.
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Sasha Costanza-Chock Scholar and designer who works to support community-led processes that build shared power, dismantle the matrix of domination, and advance ecological survival -
Marla Maples Actress, musical artist and philanthropist -
Farah Pandith First ever Special Representative to Muslim Communities for the United States Department of State
Technology and Innovation
The tech sector might experience a mixed landscape:
- Potential deregulation could foster domestic innovation
- Stricter policies on international collaborations, especially with China
- Possible changes in cryptocurrency regulations, with Trump expressing support for digital assets
- Space exploration
