The Geopolitical Compass

We are living through a massive restructuring of the global order. In this episode, we move past the headlines to analyze the three pillars defining our lives right now: the intensifying US-China rivalry, the strategic use of the US Dollar, and the volatility of the energy sector.

As we enter 2026, the era of "laissez-faire" economics is fading, replaced by state interventionism and "friend-shoring." We break down why the US-China relationship is no longer just about trade—it's about technological sovereignty and national security.

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