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Rory Stewart, an ex-politician, discusses the fraying world order, problems with nation-building, cultural ignorance, catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan, role of Islam in failures, conspiracy theories, war in Ukraine, age of populism, Trump and future of NATO, Brexit, and current state of politics.
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- Nation building in Afghanistan and Iraq requires a nuanced understanding of cultural complexities and realistic expectations.
- The decision to withdraw from Afghanistan was catastrophic, undermining stability and the reputation of the United States.
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The Challenges of Nation Building in Afghanistan and Iraq
The speaker discusses the challenges of nation building in Afghanistan and Iraq. He highlights the different contexts of the two countries and the unrealistic expectations placed on the US to create functioning democracies. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural complexities and the limitations of the US military and government in attempting to rebuild these nations.
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