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We're all Soviets now, with Sir Niall Ferguson
Fire at Will
Geopolitical Tensions: Lessons from History
This chapter draws parallels between the Cuban Missile Crisis and current tensions in the Taiwan Strait, highlighting historical context and high stakes of Taiwan's semiconductor exports. The discussion focuses on Xi Jinping's ambitions for Taiwan and the precarious positioning of the U.S. in global politics, especially regarding defense spending and emerging threats. It emphasizes the urgent need for budgetary reforms and strategic readiness while balancing optimism about the West's resilience against authoritarian powers.
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