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The Hidden Globe: How Wealth Hacks the World, with Atossa Abrahamian

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The Geneva Conundrum: Wealth, Identity, and Sovereignty

This chapter explores the speaker's upbringing in Geneva, deeply rooted in their parents' connection to the UN and its impact on their understanding of citizenship and identity. It examines the historical and philosophical influences on Switzerland's reputation, particularly regarding finance and the concept of Freeports as tax havens for the ultra-wealthy. The discussion highlights the intricate dynamics of wealth, culture, and globalization as they unfold within these extraordinary environments.

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