The Rest Is Politics: Leading· Folge 179

179. President Stubb: Trump’s Unlikely Best Friend

Montag, 9. März 2026 · 42 min

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How did President Stubb’s golfing talent lead him to fostering a close relationship with President Trump? Why was ‘Prime Minister’ the worst job ever? Why will the Global South define the new world order?

Rory and Alastair are joined by Finland’s President, Alexander Stubb, to answer all this and more.

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