Commentary

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As tensions between Taiwan and China rise, the role of the U.S., and the money and weapons it gives the Taiwanese will influence relations.

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April 7

The only alliance that matters to Taiwan is with the US

Geopolitical Strategist

For the first time in decades, central and western European countries are building an alliance against a common enemy: Russia.

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April 6

An anti-Russian alliance is forming across Europe

Geopolitical Strategist

The Ukraine War convinced Finland it needed the backing of NATO to protect against a potential invasion by Russian forces in the near future.

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April 4

Why Finland joining NATO is a major setback for Russia

Geopolitical Strategist

While Turkey benefits in the Ukraine War from its NATO membership, it seems to be playing it both ways when it comes to its global outlook.

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April 3

Turkey in strong position to navigate Ukraine War

Geopolitical Strategist

Ten years ago, we would likely have seen the Japanese remain neutral in conflicts like the Ukraine War but Japan has changed its strategy.

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March 30

Japan no longer sitting on sidelines in global conflicts

Geopolitical Strategist

Despite recent shows of support, China is exerting further control in its strategic partnership with Russia.

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March 29

The Russia-China strategic partnership is a sham

Geopolitical Strategist

Due to its younger population and history of cooperation, Southeast Asia will experience a boom as soon as it gets some money and tech.

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March 29

Southeast Asia demographics prime the region for a boom

Geopolitical Strategist

Austin is one of the fastest growing cities in the western hemisphere and provides high-end tech, the missing piece in the Texas Triangle.

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March 24

Austin’s high end tech scene shines as deglobalization accelerates

Geopolitical Strategist

While Russia has temporarily agreed to extend the grain deal with Ukraine, if they decide to pull out this summer, the world will suffer.

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March 24

Russia threatens Ukraine’s grain exports, raising food supply concerns

Geopolitical Strategist

A sharp decrease in agricultural production in Argentina and Ukraine are raising concerns about global food insecurity.

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March 22

2023 could be world’s last ‘food-secure’ year for a while

Geopolitical Strategist