About this episode

The episode features an interview with Finland’s President Alexander Stubb discussing his relationship with President Trump and the implications for global politics.

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. Search IG.com to find out more and/or Look for IG in your app store. Join The Rest Is Politics Plus: Start your free trial at therestispolitics.com to unlock exclusive bonus content – including Rory and Alastair’s miniseries – plus ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, an exclusive members’ newsletter, discounted book prices, and a private chatroom on Discord. Social Producer: Celine Charles Video Editor: Josh Smith Producer: Alice Horrell Senior Producer: Nicole Maslen Head of Politics: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Rory, Alastair

Guest: Alexander Stubb

Topics covered

• US politics
• global relations
• golf
• leadership
• Finland
• Trump

Keywords

• Alexander Stubb
• Trump
• golfing
• Global South
• world order
• politics
• Finland

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Organizations: IG.com, therestispolitics.com

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