TIL Desk/World/Washington/ US President Donald Trump today said he supports free trade but it has to be fair and reciprocal, as he reaffirmed his nuanced commitment to ‘America First’ policy, saying it does not mean “America alone”.
Addressing the World Economic Forum (WEF) where several leaders have took him on for his alleged protectionist and inward-looking policies, Trump said America is “open to business” and competitive again.
He also said the US would keep up its fight against terrorism across the world and would not let Afghanistan become a haven for terrorists again. “I am here to represent the interest of American people and to commit their support for a better world,” Trump said after a traditional Swiss brass band welcomed him on the stage.
The main Congress Hall — the biggest at the WEF venue — was jam-packed one hour in advance and many could not get in even as some African officials present here decided to boycott the speech. Talking about America and his various decisions, Trump said, “The stock market is smashing one record after another, and has added more than USD 7 trillion in new wealth since my election”.
“I am here to deliver a message that America is open for business again… Now is the best time to bring your business, your jobs and your investments to America,” he said.
