Meghan O'Sullivan

Meghan O'Sullivan, a prominent expert on energy geopolitics at Harvard, delves into the resurgence of energy as a weapon. She discusses how historical events led to complacency and contrasts them with today's geopolitical tensions, such as Russia’s use of natural gas and China’s critical mineral dominance. The conversation highlights risks in energy markets, vulnerabilities from electrification, and the need for countries to adapt. Practical strategies for resilience and diversification emerge as key themes, bridging national security and environmental goals.

Meghan O'Sullivan, a former Deputy National Security Advisor and director at Harvard's Belfer Center, discusses the implications of the upcoming meeting between Donald Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. She doubts a comprehensive deal on Ukraine is feasible soon and stresses NATO's role. Edward Harrison from Bloomberg analyzes market reactions, explaining Bitcoin's impact on equities and the significance of upcoming holiday data for Fed rate cuts. The conversation underscores the intersection of national security and economic strategy.

Energy expert Jason Bordoff and geopolitics specialist Meghan O'Sullivan discuss the complexities of energy insecurity in the context of climate change and geopolitics. They explore the challenges of the global energy transition, the risks of energy insecurity on clean energy efforts, the importance of diversifying critical minerals and supply chains, and the need for a broader approach to tackling climate change through cooperation and partnerships.