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Multipolarity
Special Edition: Glenn Diesen on Trumpism, Ukraine, and the Hegemon's End
Jan 30, 2025
Glenn Diesen, a professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway and associate editor at Russia in Global Affairs, dives into the shifting global power dynamics. He discusses the waning U.S. hegemony in light of the Ukraine war and the rise of Russia and China. Diesen critiques America's interventionist foreign policies and the flawed assumptions behind energy sanctions on Russia. He calls for a reevaluation of U.S. strategies towards a more multipolar world, emphasizing Europe's precarious position amid these transformations.
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- The ongoing Ukraine war signifies a power shift towards multipolarity, challenging the historical dominance of the United States in global affairs.
- U.S. geopolitical strategies, rooted in historical theories, continue to influence contemporary conflicts as Europe grapples with NATO's expansion and rising tensions with Russia.
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The Shifting Global Landscape
The Ukraine war has catalyzed profound changes in global dynamics, marking a shift towards a multipolar world order. This conflict underscores the persistent struggle for defining security in international relations, primarily framed by the United States' hegemonic influence. The U.S. has historically pursued a model where its sole dominance is seen as necessary for global peace, viewing any challenge to its primacy as a direct threat. As the U.S. faces increasing competition from rising powers like China and Russia, there’s a growing discontent among nations unwilling to accept a unipolar system, pushing them towards alternative alliances and structures.
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