Do they stand firm or bow to the pressure? Europe is facing a clear message: Donald Trump’s administration isn’t just pushing liquefied natural gas exports. The U.S. is demanding that the continent adjust to a new reality. From walking away from multilateral efforts on climate change and global tax standards to charting its own course on regulating tech—especially artificial intelligence—Washington is making its priorities clear.
Trump’s domestic AI initiative showcases America’s edge, leveraging deep pockets and abundant cheap energy to lead the digital transformation race. Meanwhile, Europe faces tough questions. Can its leaders muster the collective strength to protect their consensus-driven welfare model and chart their own path forward? Or will they be forced to follow the lead of the planet’s most powerful nation?
Produced by François Picard, Rebecca Gnignati, Guillaume Gougeon and Annarosa Zampaglione.
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