The Rachman Review

The world in 2024

Dec 21, 2023

Martin Wolf, Karin von Hippel, and Ian Bremmer discuss the US presidential election, China's relations with the west, and the prospects for ending conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. They also touch on the geopolitical challenges faced by the Western system, the potential growth of China's economy, and India's leadership in the global south.

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Martin Wolf

Karin von Hippel

Ian Bremmer

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The upcoming US presidential election and the potential return of Donald Trump could have significant consequences for global stability and the leadership role of the United States.

The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East pose risks and uncertainties, with tensions between NATO and Russia escalating and potential geopolitical repercussions.

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Preview of 2024: US Election and Global Politics

The podcast episode discusses the upcoming US presidential election and its potential consequences for the world. The experts analyze the possibility of Donald Trump's return and the impact it could have on the political landscape. They also highlight the importance of elections in India, Indonesia, and South Africa, as well as the fate of China's economy and international ambitions. The speakers emphasize the uncertainty of the future and caution against making definitive predictions, given the unexpected events that unfolded in previous years.

Introduction

2min

Upcoming Important Elections and Global Impact

11min

The Geopolitical Landscape and Challenges in the Western System

8min

The Potential Growth of China's Economy

2min

China's Smile Diplomacy and Geopolitical Challenges

7min

India's Leadership in the Global South, US-China Relations, and Economic Resilience

3min

Who will win the US presidential election? Will China continue its rapprochement with the west? What are the prospects for an end to the wars in Ukraine and Gaza? Gideon discusses these and other questions with the FT’s Martin Wolf, Karin von Hippel, director-general of the Royal United Services Institute, and Ian Bremmer, president of the Eurasia Group. Clip: CNN

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