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Every British Prime Minister’s Nightmare

The article discusses the financial dynamics underpinning Britain's 'special relationship' with the United States, emphasizing the role of American financiers in purchasing British government debt. It argues that this financial dependency places a significant burden on every UK Prime Minister, which is becoming increasingly unsustainable. The author draws a parallel to Mike Tyson's quote about plans failing when faced with unexpected challenges, referencing Liz Truss's short tenure as an example.

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Economics

Jun 16, 2026

Yanis Varoufakis

The true nature of Britain’s “special relationship” with the United States has far more to do with American financiers’ willingness to keep borrowing to purchase British government debt than with history, culture, or Britain’s defense needs. Every UK Prime Minister must bear this burden, which is rapidly becoming unsustainable.

ATHENS—The former heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face.” The same could be said of prospective British prime ministers, especially after Liz Truss’s spectacular defenestration after a mere 49 days in 2022. They all have a plan until the gilt market hits them.

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Project SyndicateIndependentLeft5 days ago
Every British Prime Minister’s Nightmare

The article discusses the financial dynamics underpinning Britain's 'special relationship' with the United States, emphasizing the role of American financiers in purchasing British government debt. It argues that this financial dependency places a significant burden on every UK Prime Minister, which is becoming increasingly unsustainable. The author draws a parallel to Mike Tyson's quote about plans failing when faced with unexpected challenges, referencing Liz Truss's short tenure as an example.

Bias read (Left): The article critiques the UK's economic dependence on foreign financing, suggesting it is a systemic issue that burdens successive governments. This framing highlights structural inequality and critiques the status quo, aligning with left-leaning perspectives on economic sovereignty and critique of財