Shifting Powers: Roman Identity to Modern Economics

This chapter explores the complexities of Roman identity from the first to the fourth century AD, revealing how citizenship and social class took precedence over ethnicity. It also provides an analysis of the decline of global powers, particularly focusing on the rapid economic shifts of the Western Empire and the rise of China as a competitive force. Through historical and philosophical discussions, the chapter examines the factors influencing economic dynamics and the implications of technological advancements on future global markets.