Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy Peter Zeihan - Dis-United Nations - [Invest Like the Best, EP.159]
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Mar 10, 2020 
In this conversation with Peter Zeihan, an insightful geopolitical analyst and author of "The Disunited Nations," topics span a spectrum of global dynamics. Zeihan discusses the pivotal shifts in U.S. foreign policy and what that means for key countries like Mexico as a future manufacturing powerhouse. He dives into how military and non-military technologies reshape international relations while revealing surprising dependencies, such as Iran and Russia's reliance on U.S. dynamics. Prepare for a fascinating look at the shifting landscapes of power and alliances.
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Keys to National Success
- Peter Zeihan emphasizes self-reliance for national success in a changing world.
- Key factors include territorial viability, food security, sustainable demographics, and energy access.
Global Power Models
- Zeihan contrasts the US 'carrot' approach (bribing nations with security and trade) with the British 'stick' approach (using technological advantage for dominance).
- He suggests these models will influence future power dynamics as the US disengages.
Hidden US Dependencies
- Zeihan argues that countries like Iran and Russia, perceived as adversaries, rely heavily on US engagement.
- American withdrawal could destabilize these nations, particularly Iran's oil-dependent economy.
