

Geoeconomic Agenda
Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society (Host: Paul Nadeau), visiting research fellow at the Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG). The IOG, led by Dr. Kazuto Suzuki, is part of the International House of Japan’s Asia Pacific Initiative and aims to bring together experts from around the world to conduct research and build a community that connects voices from different sectors to deepen and share knowledge of geoeconomic issues in Japan, Asia, and worldwide.
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Jul 16, 2025 • 30min
Australia Navigates a New Order
Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.GuestHayley ChannerDirector of the Economic Security Program with the United States Studies Centre at the University of SydneyHostDr. Paul NadeauVisiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)(Disclaimer)The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.API Newsletter (in Japanese):http://bit.ly/3akdzVYAPI Newsletter (in English; in preparation):http://bit.ly/3IBrRlvTwitter:https://x.com/iog_jpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-of-geoeconomics/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/institute_of_geoeconomics/

Jul 16, 2025 • 33min
Is Canada Entering a New Era?
#28 Is Canada Entering a New Era?Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.GuestJonathan Berkshire Millerco-founder and principal of Pendulum Geopolitical Advisory HostDr. Paul NadeauVisiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)(Disclaimer)The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.API Newsletter (in Japanese):http://bit.ly/3akdzVYAPI Newsletter (in English; in preparation):http://bit.ly/3IBrRlvTwitter:https://x.com/iog_jpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-of-geoeconomics/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/institute_of_geoeconomics/

Apr 11, 2025 • 33min
Germany in a New Geoeconomic Era
Kai Andrejewski, Senior Partner at Agora Strategy Group, shares insights on Germany's evolving geoeconomic identity. He discusses the country's dependence on global markets and the shifts in the political landscape following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Topics include the rising electoral influence of migration, the complexities of coalition governance, and the balance between U.S. regulations and European practices amidst secondary sanctions. Andrejewski also emphasizes the critical role of intellectual property in driving innovation and economic resilience.

Mar 18, 2025 • 36min
Japan and Trump 2.0 - What Happens Next?
#26 Japan and Trump 2.0 - What Happens Next?Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.HostDr. Paul NadeauVisiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)GuestTobias Harris Founder and Principal of Japan Foresight LLC(Disclaimer)The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.API Newsletter (in Japanese):https://shorturl.at/nVItSAPI Newsletter (in English):https://shorturl.at/aSpT2Twitter:https://twitter.com/APInitiative_enFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/apinitiativeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-of-geoeconomics/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/institute_of_geoeconomics/thumbnail(CC BY-SA 2.0)https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/85/Donald_Trump_%2853953046884%29.jpg

Mar 18, 2025 • 35min
Russia at the Tipping Point? Understanding the Impact of Three Years of Sanctionson Russia
[Podcast] Geoeconomic Agenda#25 Russia at the Tipping Point? Understanding the Impact of Three Years of Sanctionson RussiaGeoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.HostPaul NadeauVisiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)GuestDimitry Rakin Independent expert on Russia's economyFormer diplomatContact: geoeconomicagenda@ihj.globalImage fromhttps://snl.no/Vladimir_PutinAttribution 4.0 International CC BY 4.0 (Disclaimer)The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.API Newsletter (in Japanese):http://bit.ly/3akdzVYAPI Newsletter (in English; in preparation):http://bit.ly/3IBrRlvTwitter:https://twitter.com/APInitiative_enFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/apinitiative

Jan 17, 2025 • 35min
Understanding Trump 2.0
#24 Understanding Trump 2.0
Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.
Host
Dr. Paul Nadeau
Visiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
Guest
Ken Weinstein
Japan Chair at Hudson Institute
(Disclaimer)
The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.
API Newsletter (in Japanese):https://shorturl.at/nVItS
API Newsletter (in English):https://shorturl.at/aSpT2
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Nov 6, 2024 • 22min
Disinformation and How it Works: Lessons Learned From the US and UK
#23 Disinformation and How it Works: Lessons Learned From the US and UK
Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.
Dr. Paul Nadeau, Visiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
Ms. Marina Dickson, Research Associate, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
Dr. Sara Kaizuka, Part-time Lecturer, Musashino University / Part-time Lecturer Associate, Kanagawa University / Intern, Institute of Geoeconomics
(Disclaimer)
The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.
API Newsletter (in English):https://shorturl.at/aSpT2
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-of-geoeconomics/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/institute_of_geoeconomics/

Oct 22, 2024 • 28min
Indo-Pacific Eyes on America: Japan
#22 Japan's perspective on the U.S. election with Kazuto Suzuki
Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.
Host
Dr. Paul Nadeau
Visiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
Guest
Dr. Kazuto Suzuki
Director, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
(Disclaimer)
The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of IOG or any other organizations to which the speakers belong.
API Newsletter (in Japanese):http://bit.ly/3akdzVY
Twitter:https://twitter.com/APInitiative_en
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/apinitiative

Oct 22, 2024 • 28min
Indo-Pacific Eyes on America: Canada
[Podcast] Geoeconomic Agenda
#21 Canada's perspectives on the US election
Geoeconomic Agenda is a new Pacific-centric, globally-minded podcast that investigates the connections between economics, geopolitics, business, and society. Hosted by Paul Nadeau, Geoeconomic Agenda will feature interviews with guests from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, from the policy world, academia, business, and more.
Transcript: https://apinitiative.org/en/2023/08/20/49835/
Host
Dr. Paul Nadeau
Visiting Research Fellow, Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG)
Guest
Dr. Stephen Nagy
Professor at International Christian University
Contact: geoeconomicagenda@ihj.global
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Oct 22, 2024 • 35min
How Sanctions Work: Lessons from the Case of Iran
Narges Bajoghli and Vali Nasr, both esteemed scholars from Johns Hopkins-SAIS, delve into the intricacies of sanctions, particularly focusing on Iran. They discuss how sanctions, rather than promoting democracy, often entrench existing power structures. The conversation highlights the paradox of sanctions, their moral complexities, and the unintended consequences on the Iranian populace. Moreover, they draw parallels between U.S. sanction strategies on Iran and those imposed on Russia, emphasizing the importance of understanding historical context for effective policy.