Trump UK visit: The art of flattery
Donald Trump’s UK state visit featured royal pomp and a reception at Windsor Castle, sparking criticism that Britain risks legitimising authoritarian populism while global democratic alliances face rising strain. | Today’s Political Cartoon.
Donald Trump’s second state visit to the United Kingdom was marked on Wednesday by royal pageantry and flattery, including a Windsor Castle reception with King Charles III. While Trump appeared to enjoy the regal treatment, King Charles looked a bit uneasy at times.
Critics argue that the spectacle symbolised Britain’s willingness to flatter authoritarian populism under the guise of diplomacy. They warn that such displays risk masking serious concerns about democracy, alliances, and the future of UK–US relations at a time when both countries and diplomacy face mounting global pressures.
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