Roubini: Trump's Isolationist Policy Recipe for Disaster

The transcript discusses the potential impacts of US policies under the Trump administration, focusing on protectionism and isolationism. It explores the concept of a zero-sum game in international relations and the risks of trade and currency wars. Historical parallels are drawn with the 1930s, highlighting the importance of checks and balances. The discussion extends to the implications of a nuclear world and the potential for global conflict. Finally, it examines US-China relations and the shifting dynamics of global alliances.

What are the potential consequences of protectionist and isolationist policies as discussed in the video?

• Increased global cooperation

• Improved international relations

• Economic and military disaster

• Economic growth and military strength

How might a unilateral approach by the US affect global trade and currency?

• It will stabilize global markets

• It will lead to trade and currency wars

• It will have no impact

• It will improve international trade relations

What historical period is referenced to highlight the dangers of isolationism?

• The 2000s and 2010s

• The 1980s and 1990s

• The 1950s and 1960s

• The 1920s and 1930s

What is a major concern regarding global conflict in the current nuclear world?

• The disintegration of the eurozone

• The increasing number of nuclear powers

• The rise of non-nuclear powers

• The decline of US influence

How are traditional US allies in Asia responding to the US-China confrontation?

• They are seeking closer economic ties with China

• They are strengthening ties with the US

• They are remaining neutral

• They are forming a new alliance