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BBC News Scotland Editor James Cook reports that the security focus has shifted from Turnberry to Menie in the second phase of Donald Trump’s visit to Scotland. Following a deal with the European Union on tariffs, the US president is engaging in discussions on a range of topics including Gaza, Ukraine, and the impact of his tariffs on Scotch whisky exports to the US. Questions have arisen not only about Mr. Trump’s responses but also from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney.
Both Sir Keir and Mr. Swinney are facing criticism for attending a dinner with Mr. Trump at his Menie golf resort near Aberdeen. Supporters of the leaders have expressed disappointment in their decision to dine with the Republican president. Concerns over energy policy have been raised as well, with Mr. Trump expressing disdain for wind turbines off the coast of his resort, criticizing the transition to renewable energy, and denouncing the aesthetics of wind farms in Scotland and the UK.
While Sir Keir’s visit to the north east marks his first since taking office, he too is under pressure to address energy-related issues. The Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce has highlighted the loss of jobs in the oil and gas sector due to taxation policies under previous governments. The Prime Minister has emphasized a mix of energy sources, including oil, gas, wind, solar, and nuclear. Despite the positive response from trade body Offshore Energies UK, climate campaigners have condemned Mr. Trump’s call for increased drilling and have questioned his understanding of energy issues.
Protestors in Aberdeenshire have voiced their opposition to Mr. Trump’s visit, criticizing the cost of security arrangements and US policies on various topics. Demonstrators have expressed concerns about the environment, broken promises to the community, and the impact of Mr. Trump’s golf course on local residents. Calls for action on global conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza have also been made. Despite the focus on golf during Mr. Trump’s visit, urgent and pressing questions persist about ongoing humanitarian crises and the need for international solidarity
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