Helen Thompson on Disorder and the Analysis of Contemporary Geopolitics
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Energy and Geopolitics: A New Perspective
This chapter features a conversation with a Cambridge political economy professor, emphasizing her insightful critiques of contemporary geopolitics found in her book 'Disorder'. The discussion highlights the intricate relationship between energy resources and global conflicts, with a focus on the geopolitical disruptions stemming from the 2010s, including Brexit and the 2016 U.S. election. It also calls for a reevaluation of traditional realist theories to incorporate the vital role of energy security in international relations.
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