Independent Thinking: Trump’s UK visit sealed deals, but at what cost?

Olivia O’Sullivan and Laurel Rapp join Bronwen Maddox on Chatham House’s weekly podcast.

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Published 19 September 2025 — 30 minute listen

President Donald Trump brought AI and tech CEOs on his second state visit for a deal pledging £31 billion in investment for the UK. 

Olivia O’Sullivan and Laurel Rapp join host Bronwen Maddox to discuss the politics and dealmaking behind the pageantry, on Chatham House’s weekly international affairs podcast.

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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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