Pavel says Trump’s style resembles an Arab bazaar, pushed Europe to act

Unpredictable behaviour by US President Donald Trump should not be seen only negatively or as a threat, Czech President Petr Pavel said on Wednesday. Speaking during a debate with students in Olomouc, Pavel likened Trump’s political style to an “Arab bazaar,” marked by exaggerated opening positions and tough bargaining. While such an approach may be shocking, Pavel said it has often produced results and helped spur Europe into action, particularly in the areas of security and defence. According to the Czech president, Trump’s tactics have sometimes forced European countries to take greater responsibility for their own security.