Geopolitics & Empire Jacob Shapiro: We Are Entering a Multipolar Geopolitical Environment
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May 21, 2025 Jacob Shapiro, a geopolitical analyst and Director of Research at The Bespoke Group, dives into the shifts of global power dynamics. He discusses the transition to a multipolar world, where nations like Brazil and Turkey emerge as new influencers. The conversation also critiques U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and considers the ominous potential for World War III. Additionally, Shapiro shares strategies for navigating today's complex media landscape and emphasizes the need for personal and family security in uncertain times.
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Shift to Multipolar World Order
- We are entering a multipolar geopolitical environment, not a unipolar or bipolar one dominated by the US and China.
- Multiple power centers like Europe, Turkey, and Brazil are emerging with significant influence in global affairs.
No Imminent World War III
- Despite conflicts worldwide, there is no World War III unfolding; conflicts remain localized without crossing borders.
- Current global tensions resemble the multipolar 1890s era, with power centers unable to fully dominate the world.
Dollar’s Endurance Amid Decline
- The U.S. dollar can lose influence yet remain the global reserve currency due to systemic inertia.
- A cataclysmic crisis would likely be needed for a major shift away from the dollar in the coming decade.