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Varun Chandra discussed regulatory changes, AI and Donald Trump’s second administration with tech corporations during confidential meetings.
Varun Chandra held 16 undisclosed meetings with executives from Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, Apple and Meta.
KEY POINTS
- Chandra's meetings included discussions about regulatory reform, AI, and prospects of a second Trump administration.
- Chandra aided tech executives in obtaining access to Keir Starmer and coordinated direct meetings with Amazon's CEO.
- Chandra's appointment as US trade envoy expanded his influence over UK-US tech investment deals and policy direction.
- The removal of CMA chair Marcus Bokkerink was reportedly inspired by Chandra's push for pro-business regulatory reform.
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