This article makes some bold claims but falls short on several fronts. It leans too heavily on a single 2022 study, ignoring the need for more recent or corroborating research. The supposed UK trade “success” during the US-China trade war is glossed over—what industries or policies drove this outcome? Without specifics, the argument feels hollow. The suggestion to avoid retaliation is naïve without clear strategies for protecting UK industries or seizing opportunities. It also dismisses valid concerns about the long-term damage of tariffs without offering a convincing rebuttal. The non-retaliation strategy sounds nice in theory but doesn’t explain how the UK stays competitive while others play hardball. By ignoring domestic political pressures for protectionism, the article comes off as overly idealistic. It also barely scratches the surface of how emerging markets or agreements like CPTPP factor into the picture. Worst of all, it’s overly optimistic, ignoring vulnerabilities like Brexit fallout, and lacks historical context, leaving it out of touch with reality. It’s big on rhetoric but light on substance. Not exactly the kind of depth you'd expect from someone calling themselves a 'geopolitical consultant.'
This article makes some bold claims but falls short on several fronts. It leans too heavily on a single 2022 study, ignoring the need for more recent or corroborating research. The supposed UK trade “success” during the US-China trade war is glossed over—what industries or policies drove this outcome? Without specifics, the argument feels hollow. The suggestion to avoid retaliation is naïve without clear strategies for protecting UK industries or seizing opportunities. It also dismisses valid concerns about the long-term damage of tariffs without offering a convincing rebuttal. The non-retaliation strategy sounds nice in theory but doesn’t explain how the UK stays competitive while others play hardball. By ignoring domestic political pressures for protectionism, the article comes off as overly idealistic. It also barely scratches the surface of how emerging markets or agreements like CPTPP factor into the picture. Worst of all, it’s overly optimistic, ignoring vulnerabilities like Brexit fallout, and lacks historical context, leaving it out of touch with reality. It’s big on rhetoric but light on substance. Not exactly the kind of depth you'd expect from someone calling themselves a 'geopolitical consultant.'