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#238 - The Future of the Middle East: Reflections on a Year of Conflict

The Jacob Shapiro Podcast

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Geopolitical Shifts and Agricultural Innovations in the Middle East

This chapter explores the changing geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East following the October 7th events, focusing on U.S. military withdrawal and its effects on global trade routes. It also highlights Iraq's surprising agricultural success in wheat production amid climate vulnerability, and the tensions between immediate gains and long-term sustainability concerns. The discussion extends to the complex interplay between economic strategies, research and development efforts, and the challenges faced by various countries in adapting to a multipolar world.

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