Europe must secure its place at negotiating table – Dutch expert

"Yes, we are entering a very dangerous period. If Trump, Putin and Xi decide how the world should be organized and where the boundaries of their respective spheres of influence should lie, while Europe is left out of the negotiations, the consequences could be serious. I cannot remember who originally said this, but if you are not at the table, you are on the menu. That is why we must ensure that Europe has a seat at the table," the expert said. In his view, most European politicians understand the danger and are trying to secure a place for Europe at the negotiating table. "But if those three leaders are unwilling to give Europe a seat, the situation could become very difficult. Imagine Trump declaring that North and South America fall within the U.