In this engaging discussion, Carlos Roa, Director of Research at the Danube Institute and former executive editor of The National Interest, delves into the transformative India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor, also known as the New Golden Road. He highlights its significance in the global landscape, especially in contrast to the Silk Road and other routes. The conversation explores how small states maneuver through geopolitical tensions, the strategic importance of infrastructure, and the evolving U.S. policy towards China and Taiwan, making complex geopolitics accessible and fascinating.