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21. Are We Living Through the Most Revolutionary Period in History?

The Freakonomics Radio Book Club

CHAPTER

Geopolitical Ideologies and Strategic Alliances in the Middle East

The chapter analyzes the geopolitical ideologies of the US, China, and Russia, contrasting their approaches to global influence. It reflects on the impact of Christianity's universalism on Western nations and China's more inward-looking mindset. The discussion further explores the behind-the-scenes intelligence cooperation and strained relationships among the UAE, Israel, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia in the Middle East.

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