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State of Play: Geopolitics, US Foreign Policy, and NATO Enlargement — with Jeffrey Sachs

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May 25, 2023
Jeffrey Sachs, a world-renowned economics professor at Columbia University, shares his insights on U.S. military spending and its relation to the national debt ceiling. He delves into the geopolitical impacts of the Ukraine war and critiques past foreign policy decisions, especially regarding NATO's role. Sachs emphasizes the need for dialogue over confrontation in U.S.-China relations while advocating for a focus on domestic investment in education and infrastructure. The conversation highlights the complexities of global economics in today's political climate.
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Military Spending and Dialogue

  • US military spending exceeds the next ten countries combined, suggesting potential overspending.
  • Engaging in dialogue with other nations could help reduce military budgets and avoid an arms race.
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US-China Chill

  • The US-China relationship chilled due to China's economic and technological growth, not solely Xi's actions.
  • China's 'Made in China 2025' and Belt and Road initiatives signaled its rise as a superpower.
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US Strategy in the Middle East

  • The US has historically employed a 'divide and conquer' strategy in the Middle East, creating instability.
  • China's successful mediation between Iran and Saudi Arabia contrasts with the US approach.
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