The Shift in World Power: Moving Towards Multipolarity

The podcast episode discusses the shift in global power dynamics and the emergence of a multipolar world order. The guest, Gerard Araud, a former senior French diplomat, explains that the post-World War II era was dominated by two superpowers, the US and USSR, but after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the US became the sole superpower. However, today, with the rise of China and Russia, the world is transitioning towards a more balanced distribution of power. Araud draws a parallel with the pre-World War I era, highlighting that the world is returning to a balance similar to the Concert of Nations. He emphasizes the need to redefine the power dynamics, particularly between China and the US, and the importance of managing the relationship between these two major powers.