Geopolitical Economy Report Trump's Ukraine talks aim to divide Russia from China. Can he do it?
Feb 22, 2025
The discussion centers on U.S. talks with Russia, revealing a strategy aimed at driving a wedge between Russia and China. Trump’s ambition to 'un-unite' these powers echoes Nixon's divide-and-conquer tactics from the 1970s. Experts analyze the growing perception of China as America's main threat, overshadowing Russia. The podcast explores U.S. intelligence’s intensified focus on China's rise and critiques Trump's foreign policy, particularly its implications for Ukraine and global imperialism. The complexities of alliances and rivalries in this geopolitical chess game are compellingly unpacked.
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Trump's Reverse Kissinger
- Trump aims to "un-unite" Russia and China, reversing Nixon and Kissinger's divide-and-conquer strategy.
- He believes he can exploit their "natural" rivalry stemming from China's need for resources.
China as the Main Target
- The US-Russia talks prioritize containing China, seen as the primary threat to US global dominance.
- This strategy involves partnering with Russia, both geopolitically and economically.
Divide and Conquer 2.0
- The US aims to divide Russia and China to maintain its imperial dominance.
- This "reverse Nixon" strategy is openly debated, with skepticism about its success.