Niblett: May to Stretch Trade Rules on U.S. Visit

The transcript discusses the UK's adherence to trade rules and the Prime Minister's visit to the US, highlighting her potential to stretch rules for a bilateral trade deal. It compares the current leadership context with past leaders like Reagan and Thatcher, noting the absence of a unifying context like the Cold War. The focus shifts to Theresa May's approach to Russia, emphasizing her strong stance on EU support and the need to engage cautiously with Russia while seeking US support.

What is the UK's stance on trade rules in relation to its future outside the European Union?

• The UK will abide by trade rules and explore bilateral deals.

• The UK plans to ignore trade rules.

• The UK will only follow European Union rules.

• The UK will not engage in any trade deals.

How does the current political context differ from the era of Reagan and Thatcher?

• Leaders are dealing with a rejectionist populist mood.

• There is a unifying context like the Cold War.

• The focus is solely on economic issues.

• There is no need for international leadership.

What narrative is Theresa May trying to create in her speeches?

• That the Cold War context is still relevant.

• That America and Britain need to lead together.

• That the UK should isolate itself.

• That only economic issues matter.

What is Theresa May's approach to the Russia issue?

• She believes Russia poses no threat.

• She plans to ignore Russia.

• She supports a strong European Union and cautions against Russia.

• She wants to form an alliance with Russia.

What strategic move is Theresa May making in relation to China and Russia?

• She is focusing solely on economic ties with Russia.

• She is ignoring both countries.

• She is forming a direct alliance with China.

• She is conflating issues to gain support from Trump.