Independent Thinking: Are Donald Trump’s tariffs the end of globalization?

Jason Furman, Dame DeAnne Julius and David Lubin discuss the impact of Donald Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs on the United States and the global economy.

Audio Published 4 April 2025 30 minute listen

President Trump has unveiled sweeping new trade tariffs but what happens next? Bronwen Maddox explores the global reaction, the economic fallout, and whether this marks the beginning of the end for globalization. 

She is joined by Jason Furman, former chair of the Council of Economic Advisers under President Barack Obama, alongside Dame DeAnne Julius and David Lubin from Chatham House’s Global Economy and Finance Programme.

About Independent Thinking

Independent Thinking is a weekly international affairs podcast hosted by our director Bronwen Maddox, in conversation with leading policymakers, journalists, and Chatham House experts providing insight on the latest international issues.

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