The Secrets of Statecraft The World View of General James Mattis | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution
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Dec 6, 2024 General James Mattis, a former U.S. Secretary of Defense and expert strategist, reflects on modern global instability, drawing parallels to the post-World War II era. He discusses the urgent need to adapt to rapid societal and technological changes while forming alliances to tackle threats. Mattis warns about the 'coalition of the malevolent' among authoritarian states and examines the evolving U.S.-India military partnership amidst rising tensions with China. He also delves into South Africa's shifting alliances and the historical implications of alternate scenarios in American history.
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Current Global Instability
- The world is more unstable now than any time since World War II, lacking the Cold War's equilibrium and predictability.
- This instability stems from a lack of established rules and a rapid pace of change across various domains.
Embrace Change
- Embrace change instead of trying to revert to simpler times.
- Deal with realities like globalism and climate change head-on.
Coalition of the Malevolent
- The "coalition of the malevolent" (China, Russia, North Korea, Iran) share resentment towards the U.S. and democracy.
- They believe in the decline of democracy and see opportunities for authoritarian rule.