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South Korean Economist Ha-Joon Chang on the Economic World Order, Trump's Tariffs, China & More

System Update with Glenn Greenwald

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Economic Hypocrisy and Global Power Dynamics

This chapter critiques the economic strategies rich nations impose on developing countries, highlighting the hypocrisy in their advocacy for reduced government spending despite benefiting from state investments. It explores the implications of austerity measures, particularly in the context of Greece's financial crisis and the challenges facing emerging economies. The discussion also touches on the shifting global economic landscape with the rise of coalitions like BRICS and the persistence of U.S. dollar dominance amidst evolving geopolitical tensions.

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