Davos, Jan 21: During his final remarks at the World Economic Forum, President Donald Trump declared the United States is currently in a state of unprecedented strength while suggesting that Europe faces a period of decline. The President stated that the U.S. economy is booming, yet he expressed concern that various European nations are becoming unrecognizable due to current policy directions.
The President tied economic recovery to his administration’s trade policies, stating that the U.S. is reclaiming damages through increased taxes on foreign nations. He also took aim at European energy initiatives, specifically criticizing the reliance on wind power and the manufacturing dominance of China in that sector.
“China makes all windmills, but I can’t see any there; they sell them to stupid people in Europe and make fortunes,” Trump said. He further commented that such technology destroys landscapes and kills birds, characterizing the purchase of these systems as a poor investment for European countries.
The speech also touched upon international security, where the President asserted he had successfully intervened to prevent conflict between India and Pakistan. He framed his administration as a stabilizing force that is now much more powerful than it was in previous decades.
While he offered criticism of the continent’s current trajectory, the President stated that his remarks came from a place of concern for traditional allies. He noted that the United States continues to care for the European people even as he challenges their current leadership on trade and energy.
“I love Europe and I want to see Europe go good, but it’s not heading in the right direction,” Trump said.
