CEO Club London

«Trump is a disruptor—he will shake the tree», - said one of the speakers during our event on US election results yesterday. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the US Elections Results: Panel Discussion! The event provided an insightful conversation about what the election results mean for the United States and their global impact, particularly for Ukraine and its allies.

Our panellists explored various perspectives, shedding light on opportunities and challenges ahead. 

The results bring some reassurance for Ukraine, avoiding potential stalemates. However, questions remain about the future. Tracking actions rather than rhetoric was emphasized: "We must look at what Trump does, not what he says."

A lively debate arose over potential compromises with Russia. While one perspective suggested offering gestures to manage tensions (e.g., a lease of Crimea), another strongly countered that Ukraine does not need to give Putin any "wins," emphasizing the dangers of propaganda-driven narratives.

Trump's focus on business and transactional politics was highlighted as a potential strength of his administration. His appeal lies in fostering commercial growth, direct foreign investment, and engaging non-traditional, forward-looking figures like Elon Musk.

The panel also touched on US-China relations, underscoring the principle of "peace through strength." The need for a strong and consistent US stance was framed as critical for global stability.

We are grateful to our panellists for their thought-provoking insights and to our audience for their engaging questions. Thank you to Adrian Stones and Greg Swenson for participating in our discussion and Olyana Gordiyenko for chairing the panel yesterday. 

Stay tuned for more events as we explore global trends and their implications.
 

«Every day Ukraine teaches the whole world a lesson on how to effectively resist an aggression» - Sir Michael Fallon

On the 30th of October CEO Club London hosted an insightful evening with Sir Fallon, where we discussed the pressing challenges in national security, defense cooperation, and global economic resilience.

A recurring theme was the importance of stronger support for Ukraine’s defense needs and enhancing the UK’s own deterrence capabilities. Sir Fallon underscored the need for a unified stance against states that violate international laws, emphasizing that accountability on the global stage is essential for long-term security. The conversation also explored how upcoming leadership changes in the United States could influence UK-US defense cooperation.

Discussions on trilateral cooperation between Ukraine, the UK, and Poland highlighted the potential for these nations to establish a robust regional alliance that could deter threats and enhance collective security. On economic matters, Sir Fallon examined key global trends likely to impact the UK and international markets, from shifting trade patterns to rapid technological advancements. He stressed that navigating these changes will require innovative strategies for sustaining economic stability.

We thank Sir Fallon for being our speaker and Adrian Stones for chairing the discussion. We are grateful for the lively discussion and look forward to building on these insights in future events.

On October 28, the CEO Club London met at the UK Parliament with the Foreign Affairs Committee of the UK Parliament to deepen the partnership that has long united Ukraine and the United Kingdom. Our team – Serhiy Haidaichuk, Mariia Zolkina, Oleh Hoshchanskyi, and Dmytro Tretyakov – was honored to discuss key issues with Shadow Minister for Foreign affairs Alicia Kearns MP, Dan Carden MP, Lord Glasman, and Thomas Smith.

In a time of global challenges, cooperation with the UK is more vital than ever. From enhancing security and defense to investing in the rebuilding of Ukraine’s economy, mining of critical minerals, advancing joint technologies, and supporting green energy – our nations are uniting their efforts for shared success. CEO Club London continues to strengthen these ties, which not only sustain but also pave the way for Ukraine toward peace and prosperity.

This partnership is a powerful example of international collaboration, bridging science, business, and policy to create a robust and promising future.