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The 2024 State of Asia Address, with Adam Tooze

State of Asia

CHAPTER

Navigating Asia's Polycrisis

This chapter explores the complex socio-political landscape of South Asia and Southeast Asia, examining the unrest in countries like Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Myanmar amidst rising climate challenges. It highlights the implications of political narratives against economic realities and the urgent need for effective climate policies, especially as Asia emerges as a significant contributor to global CO2 emissions. Additionally, the chapter discusses the impacts of authoritarian regimes and the contrasts between Eastern and Western responses to crises, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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