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Could Europe benefit from Trump's 'assault on science'?


Published on 2025-03-12 10:22:18 - dw
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  • The Trump administration's science policies are driving scientists to look for jobs in Europe. Europe wants to help. But some warn against exploiting the situation.

The article from MSN discusses the potential implications for Europe if former U.S. President Donald Trump were to return to office with his known skepticism towards science and climate change. It highlights how Trump's previous term saw the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, significant cuts to environmental regulations, and a general dismissal of scientific consensus on issues like climate change. The piece suggests that Europe could face challenges in maintaining its environmental policies and international climate commitments if Trump's policies were to undermine global efforts again. It also explores the possibility of Europe needing to strengthen its own scientific and environmental initiatives independently, potentially leading to a divergence in transatlantic relations on science and environmental policy. The article raises concerns about the broader geopolitical implications, including how Europe might need to navigate a world where one of its key allies is less committed to scientific integrity and global environmental cooperation.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/could-europe-benefit-from-trumps-assault-on-science/ar-AA1ALLqI ]