Riskgaming The on-going collapse of the global commons
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Jan 23, 2025 Join Laurence Pevsner, a geopolitical strategy expert, as he unveils the alarming decline of the global commons. He dives into how China’s aggressive actions at sea and in cyberspace threaten international stability. Pevsner discusses the militarization of outer space and the challenges faced by global institutions like the IMF and UN amid rising powers. The conversation also touches on the privatization of vital resources and the difficulty of accessing reliable information in today's fragmented digital landscape. It's a crucial exploration of our world's shifting dynamics.
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Declining Global Order
- The "rules-based international order" established post-World War II is crumbling.
- This is evident in rising global conflicts and the weakening of international cooperation.
Shifting Global Power
- The U.S. dominated global institutions post-World War II due to its economic power.
- The rise of other economies like China and India challenges this dominance, creating pressure for reform.
UN Diplomacy
- At the UN, the focus was often on pleasing Security Council members to secure votes.
- The transition in the next administration will likely have a different approach towards the UN.
