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Britain's Oldest Economic Think Tank

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America’s Next Chapter: The Global Implications of Trump’s Second Term

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Join the Economic Research Council for an exclusive panel discussion with leading experts in international affairs and diplomacy

Wednesday 11th September 2025
Drinks reception: 6:00–6:30pm | Panel discussion: 6:30–7:30pm
Adam Smith Institute, 23 Great Smith St, London SW1P 3DJ.

Donald Trump’s return to the White House has sent shockwaves through Washington and reverberated across the globe. As his second term unfolds, allies and adversaries alike are adjusting to a renewed era of America First. But what are the implications for Britain’s foreign policy and trade relationships, and for broader global economic stability?

Join our exclusive panel discussion with leading experts in international affairs and diplomacy:

  • Dr Leslie Vinjamuri, CEO of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and former Director of the US & Americas Programme at Chatham House
  • Lord Simon McDonald, former Permanent Under-Secretary at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office
  • Prof Michael Cox, Emeritus Professor of International Relations at LSE

The evening will begin with a drinks reception at 6:00pm, followed by a 30-minute panel discussion and 30 minutes of audience Q&A, concluding at 7:30pm.

Attendance is free, but places are limited. Register now to secure your spot.

Register Here