## A Global Saga of Success and Setbacks
While Donald Trump finds his business thriving in India, various challenges have beset his ventures elsewhere. Notably, his golf courses in Ireland and Scotland have faced vandalism. Meanwhile, business pursuits in Indonesia have stumbled. From his posh towers to luxury golf resorts, Trump’s brand reflects a story of mixed fortunes on the world stage.
## Turbulence in Ireland and Scotland
In a rather unsettling incident, the Trump Turnberry golf resort in Scotland found its clubhouse painted with blood-red hues. The pristine greens bore the message, “GAZA IS NOT 4 SALE.” This act of defiance was claimed by a pro-Palestinian group. They opposed Trump’s contentious proposal for transforming Gaza into a tourist hotspot.
Elsewhere, Trump’s Irish golf course was similarly targeted. Activists had planted Palestinian flags upon the rolling greens. Surprisingly, this site in Doonbeg is attracting a record number of membership applications following Trump’s re-election.
## Ventures Across Asia: Indonesia’s Challenges
Over in Indonesia, the Trump Organization’s ambitions have been thwarted. The Nirwana golf resort in Bali, intended as a six-star destination, was overtaken by nature. Plans had been made with local partners, but the venture fell apart. The Lido City project near Jakarta has also hit a roadblock. The Indonesian government halted the scheme due to environmental violations.
Despite setbacks, a Trump-branded golf course is planned to open soon in collaboration with local partners. According to [Yoes Kenawas](https://m.economictimes.com/panache/panache-people-101/donald-trump/profileshow/79057526.cms), a political scientist at Indonesia’s Atma Jaya University, “Trump as a brand in Indonesia is not too famous.”
## India’s Towering Triumph
Contrasting Indonesia’s struggles, India proves a promising market for the Trump brand. Towers branded with his name grace the skies of Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Pune. The Trump family licenses their brand to local developers, accruing substantial royalties. Anuj Puri, chairman of real-estate consultancy [Anarock](https://m.economictimes.com), remarked, “The brand has become much larger than life.”
Adding to this success, another Trump-branded office and retail project was recently announced in Pune. There are plans to unveil five new Trump towers across the country in coming years.
## Navigating Potential Conflicts
Despite surrendering business management to his children, questions over conflicts of interest persist. Deepanshu Mohan from India’s [OP Jindal Global University](https://m.economictimes.com/panache/panache-people-101/donald-trump/profileshow/79057526.cms) stated, “The Trump presidency is transactional.” The Trump government does blur public and private interests.
In January, the Trump Organization pledged to forgo new transactions with foreign governments, aside from routine dealings. Nonetheless, a Trump hotel and golf complex is constructing on land owned by the Omani government. Allegations of conflicts continue to linger.
Throughout this tempestuous saga, the Trump brand remains a symbol of luxury and controversy, intriguing observers worldwide.
