jfid – On the night of June 27, 2024, US President Joe Biden and former US President Donald Trump faced off in the first debate of the 2024 US presidential election campaign.
This debate took place without an audience in Atlanta, Georgia, and was broadcast live. This moment attracted significant media and public attention, given the intensity and importance of the upcoming presidential election for the future of the United States and its relationship with the international community.
Trump “Best Economy, No Wars“
In the debate, Trump claimed that the US economy would be the best in the world if he were re-elected as President.
“I have proven myself as a leader capable of bringing the economy to its highest peak,” Trump said. He also emphasized that during his tenure, the United States did not start any new wars. “There were no new wars under my administration. Countries like China, North Korea, and Russia know they can’t bully us,” he added.
Trump also criticized Biden’s economic policies, particularly regarding tariffs, which he said would burden consumers. “Biden’s tariff policies will crush the American people’s wallets. I have a better plan to keep prices low and jobs in America,” Trump asserted.
Biden: Criticizing Trump and the Economy
Meanwhile, Biden attacked Trump over several decisions made during his tenure. He accused Trump of not having a clear vision for the future of the United States. “Trump is only focused on expanding conflicts with other countries without considering the impact on all of us,” Biden said.
On the economy, Biden stressed that his plan would be more favorable to ordinary people and workers. “We need to build an inclusive and sustainable economy, not just benefiting a handful of wealthy people,” Biden emphasized.
Biden also highlighted Trump’s foreign policy, which he considered detrimental to the United States. “Trump has made us look weak in the eyes of the world. His foreign policy towards Russia and China has only emboldened them,” Biden added.
Trump’s Criticism of Biden Regarding Palestine
Trump did not miss the opportunity to criticize Biden over his policy on Palestine. According to Trump, Biden lacks the courage to oppose Hamas and allows Israel to carry out attacks in Gaza without meaningful diplomatic efforts. “Biden is just silent and lets the conflict drag on without a real solution. I will take a firmer and bolder approach,” Trump stated.
Implications of Trump’s Decision on Palestine
Trump’s decisions and statements in the debate have significant implications, especially regarding foreign policy towards Palestine.
His statement shows a commitment to fully support Israel without considering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. This could potentially increase tensions in the region and worsen the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
According to Ken Moriyasu and Yifan Yu of Nikkei Asia, Trump asserted that China is not afraid of Biden, indicating that Trump would take a tougher stance against the country if re-elected.
Meanwhile, SCMP reported that Biden and Trump exchanged blows over the economy and security, with Biden criticizing Trump’s tariffs as harmful to consumers.
David Dolan and Heekyong Yang from Swissinfo noted that this debate left US allies abroad worried about the possibility of Trump returning to the White House.
This shows that Trump’s decisions in foreign policy impact not only Palestine but also international relations as a whole.
Conclusion
The first debate between Biden and Trump for the 2024 US presidential election highlighted sharp differences in views on the economy and foreign policy.
Trump focused on his past successes and promised a strong economy and firmness against other countries, while Biden emphasized the importance of an inclusive economy and more diplomatic international relations.
Trump’s criticism of Biden’s policy on Palestine adds a new dimension to this debate, showing how foreign policy will be a crucial issue in this campaign.
