Bloomberg Talks Ian Bremmer Talks Top Global Risks in 2025
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Jan 17, 2025 
Ian Bremmer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group, dives into the top global risks anticipated for 2025. He compares current geopolitical dynamics to critical historical periods, emphasizing the effects of U.S. foreign policy shifts on international relations, particularly with China and Russia. Bremmer discusses the potential resurgence of extremism amid governance failures in regions like Syria. He also highlights the impact of tariffs and domestic policies on U.S.-China relations, stressing the importance of collective defense in navigating these complex global challenges.
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Global Crisis Parallels
- The world is facing a critical juncture, reminiscent of the 1930s and the 1950s.
- The current trajectory is unsustainable, and a significant crisis might be necessary to force change.
Trump's Unilateralism
- Trump's approach is not isolationist, but strongly unilateralist and transactional, mirroring China's worldview.
- This approach prioritizes American power and demands that others play by U.S. rules.
Ungoverned Spaces and Instability
- Syria's instability, along with other ungoverned spaces, poses a risk for the resurgence of groups like ISIS.
- The potential withdrawal of U.S. troops raises concerns about a power vacuum and further destabilization.