After an epic carriage ride with King Charles III, Starmer & Trump dove into the heart of UK-US relations at Chequers on Thursday. Their mission? To celebrate a jaw-dropping £150bn package of US investments in Britain—covering tech giants like Microsoft, Nvidia, Google and OpenAI fueling AI, quantum computing, and civil nuclear energy. 💥
More than just selfies: tech, energy, and life sciences
In a world buzzing over AI and green energy, the duo sealed deals promising £31bn in AI and quantum investments over the next few years. From cutting-edge chips to clean power, this pact signals a reboot of the so-called "special relationship." 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇸
Global stage & high-stakes talks
At his Chequers country retreat, Starmer aimed to steer the conversation toward stronger action on Russia, while Trump pushed Europe to ditch Russian oil. And let’s not forget the looming Gaza debate—will Starmer nudge Trump on Israel’s Gaza operations? 🌍⚖️
A press conference to watch 📸
Journalists will grill both leaders on hot topics—online safety laws, Israel, Russia—and maybe even throw curveballs. Expect some awkward silences and bold soundbites. These are the friction points, says political analyst Aspinall. 🎤
Whether you’re a politics buff, a tech geek, or an up-and-coming investor, this meeting is a masterclass in high-stakes diplomacy. 🤓
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