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Hard Times in the 21st Century w/ Helen Thompson

The Jacob Shapiro Podcast

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The Geopolitics of Energy in Europe

This chapter explores the historical choices made by European countries regarding their energy sources and the geopolitical aspects of oil and gas production and trade. It discusses Germany's dependence on oil imports, the role of the Middle East in supplying oil, and European countries' reliance on long-term contracts with Qatar for gas. The chapter also examines the influence of domestic politics and geopolitical considerations on energy decisions and raises questions about the future of energy policies.

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