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Samir Puri

Expert in geopolitics and director of Chatham House's Centre for Global Governance and Security. Author of the book Westlessness.

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May 27, 2025 • 44min

Is it all over for the West? In conversation with Samir Puri

In this engaging discussion, Samir Puri, Director of the Global Governance and Security Centre for Chatham House and author of 'Westlessness,' navigates the evolving concept of the West amid shifting global dynamics. He examines the implications of China's rise and the impact of BRICS nations on global influence. The conversation delves into soft power and cultural aspirations, questioning the West's moral authority. Puri highlights concerns about military expansion and the anxieties surrounding the West's future in a multipolar world.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 43min

What does the collapsing global order mean for the world beyond the West?

Samir Puri, a geopolitics expert and director at Chatham House, discusses the evolving global order post-Western dominance. He highlights the rising influence of non-Western countries, particularly China, and explores the dynamics reshaping international relations. Puri examines the implications of shifting alliances, the impact of BRICS, and the complexity of Taiwan's position in this new landscape. He also reflects on the unpredictability of global politics and Europe's challenges amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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Aug 5, 2024 • 52min

Westlessness: A New Era Where the West Still Matters, Just Not as Much

Samir Puri, a scholar from King's College, dives into the evolving landscape of global power dynamics. He argues that while the West's influence is waning, its role is transforming rather than disappearing. Puri discusses the rise of countries like China and India and the emergence of a multipolar world that challenges traditional Western dominance. He also emphasizes the necessity of dialogue between the West and the Global South to address diverse perspectives and navigate future geopolitical challenges.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 14min

What Trump’s shift to Putin means for Europe

Samir Puri, Director of Chatham House’s Centre for Global Governance and Security and author of 'Westlessness', discusses significant shifts in U.S. foreign policy under Trump regarding Russia and Ukraine. He highlights alarming remarks made at the Munich security conference that rattled European leaders. The conversation touches on the rise of far-right parties in Europe and the sidelining of Ukraine in critical peace talks. Puri also examines the broader implications of these shifts for Europe’s security responsibilities in an evolving geopolitical landscape.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 15min

Why Putin just changed his rules on nukes

In this discussion, Samir Puri, a former ceasefire observer in Ukraine and an expert on the region, dives into the implications of Russia's claims about Ukraine using U.S.-supplied missiles. He highlights the significance of Putin's new nuclear rules and what they signal for global tensions. Puri also sheds light on the escalating military dynamics at the border and the urgent need for effective strategies amid financial pressures for continued aid. His insights provide a compelling lens on the complexities of the ongoing conflict.

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