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Former PM Warns Trump's Policies Threaten Global Stability

1/31/2026

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Carl Bildt, former Swedish Prime Minister, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies as eroding global cooperation.
He told FRANCE 24 that world leaders face challenges in dealing with Trump amid a potential UN financial collapse and escalating tensions with Iran.
Bildt warned that Trump's foreign policies could undermine international relations and the rules-based order.
The comments connect leadership challenges to global stability and governance.

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Carl Bildt, former Swedish Prime Minister, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies as eroding global cooperation.
He told FRANCE 24 that world leaders face challenges in dealing with Trump amid a potential UN financial collapse and escalating tensions with Iran.
Bildt warned that Trump's foreign policies could undermine international relations and the rules-based order.
The comments connect leadership challenges to global stability and governance.