This Week in Geopolitics

In today’s episode we talk about, The situation of the Sudanese military and some of the obstacles and opportunities they have in front of them. Then we discuss what US-China relations could be like with a policy of ‘America First’ rather than a policy of ‘China Last’. Finally we discuss some rapid advances made by Tigray and the interests of people in destabilized countries. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, The alliance between China and Russia again and how the simultaneous energy crises in Europe and China strengthens that alliance as well as the symbiotic nature of it. Then we discuss the French fishing ultimatum delivered to the UK over the recent disagreements over fishing rights in the English Channel and how that has indee caused the English Channel to become...

In today’s episode we talk about, Biden’s Gaffe during his latest town hall where he said the US was obligated to protect Taiwan. Then we talk about the latest political crisis in Sudan caused by the military coup there along with the potential for civil war in Sudan and what that would mean for its neighbors. Finally we cover the major unrest happening in Eswatini and the regional effort to help...

In today’s episode we talk about, The Houthi advances in Yemen and their impending victory in the country. Then we cover another spat between Belarus and Poland along with another instance of the unofficial precedent rule in Europe. Lastly we talk about Russia and China as an alliance and what it means for the current American led global order. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, renewed tensions between the UK and the EU as a result of their trade talks. Then we go over the latest in the influence battle in Lebanon and the decisive lead Iran has gained in it. Lastly we cover the Tunisian political crisis and how it points to much larger forces at play that we’ve been observing over the past few weeks. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, Nigeris’s violence issue and how it may be religious in nature and may be the prelude to a civil war. Then we talk about a couple topics concerning Ethiopia, the UN and Tigray. Finally we go over the Energy crisis in China and which countries might make off like bandits from it. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, Impending elections and some of the things the winners might have to face in the near future, Japan in particular. Then we chat about the situation on the US southern border and the chaos surrounding it. After that we discuss the Tragedy of Ukraine and he not so bright future it has in store. And the very end, a Special Extended Episode to commemorate the 1 year a...

In today’s episode we talk about, The developments in the Lebanese influence battle as Iran makes its bid. Then we talk about the US-China naval arms race and size up the two navies with geography taken into account. Finally we discuss the new AUKUS coalition and the implications it may have for China and France. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, The silliness of the politics surrounding the Taliban’s ascension back to power. Then we talk about the implications of Nordstream 2’s completion for the former Soviet space, mainly Russia. Last we’ll talk about the unfreezing of European geopolitics and what this unfreezing of the American led status quo will mean going forward. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, The things and situations the new prime minister of Japan may find themselves having to deal with as well as the crossroads that Japan is at as a country. Then we discuss some of the happenings in The Islamic Emirate that detail their transition from being a fighting force towards a governing body and the advantages that come with this transition. Lastly we cover...

In today’s episode we talk about, some of the developments on and surrounding the Islamic Emirate formerly known as the Taliban. Then we go briefly into the breakdown of diplomatic relations between Algeria and Morocco and the possibility of conflict as well as foreign intervention. Afterwards we chit chat about what China may be like as a colonial power as well as the beginning stages of the 2nd...

In today’s episode we talk about, Afghanistan. Then we talk a little bit more about Afghanistan. After that we discuss… Afghanistan. Oh and we talk Taiwan and China. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about, how Iran’s involved in Lebanon officially kicks off the battle for influence we talked about before. Then we speculate on Turkey’s neighborhood and the opportunities that are, and will remain, open to them as we move forward along with some of the armed conflicts I see them fighting in the name of their new empire. Lastly we give a post mortem on the US backed Afg...

In today’s episode we talk about, Russia’s stunning advances in its aim of reintegrating the former Soviet republics in Central Asia and we really take a moment to reflect on how fast they’ve managed to do so. Then we Segway into the drama going down between Belarus and its neighbors over the outcome of the country’s 2020 elections as well as how each of Belarus’ neighbors have responded to said d...

In today’s episode we talk about, Israel and Iran at each other’s throats again over the oil tanker that was hit in the Arabian Sea. Then we talk about Russia’s stunning success in reintegrating the central Asian states and what reintegration with Russia looks like for the countries involved. Finally we talk about the product of me ranting and rambling to myself about geopolitics, which is the gro...

In today’s episode we talk about, a lot of the unrest going on around the world and pick apart some of the key points of interest; relationships of countries within the same sphere of influence, militancy all across Africa, and how these crises open doors for unthinkable opportunities. Then we talk about Tunisia and how it’s political crisis may become a battleground between France and Turkey. And...

In today’s episode we talk about The Taliban taking control over Afghanistan’s borders and what may be their grand strategy in bringing the civil war to a decisive conclusion with them as the big winners. Then we talk about the current state of the French intervention in Lebanon and how the battle for influence in Lebanon has begun. Finally we talk about Turkey’s renewed expansionism in the Middle...

In today’s episode we talk about Some of the foreign delegations and missions that the Taliban has made to lay the groundwork for the post civil war era of their existence. Then we cover another border skirmish between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan and how their conflict may end in a repeat of the war in the Caucasus between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Finally we end off by discussing the economic collaps...

In today’s episode we talk about the growing scandal between Belarus and Lithuania and how it’s expansion internationally has growing implications for their neighborhood, then we chat about Xi jingping’s speech commemorating tha 100th anniversary of the Chinese communist party. Finally we discuss the massive troop build up and rising tensions in the Indo-Chinese Cold War. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about the Elections in Peru and how its disputed outcome could take them down the Burma road. Then we discuss the near-miss catastrophe that was the UK sailing a destroyer through water’s claimed by Russia and getting shot at in the process. Finally we go over the ceasefire that’s been declared between Ethiopia and Tigray. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about the Aung San Suu Kyi being put on trial in Burma and the immense pressure on the military to back up their claims of election fraud. Then we talk about Biden’s summits with the G7 and the EU (he also had one with nato but I forgot to cover it). Also along the way we discuss cyberattacks and what a proper response to them will be in an increasingly digitized world....

In today’s episode we talk about How the US withdrawal from Afghanistan is opening up opportunities for the Taliban and Turkey to make moves to reshape their neighborhood. Then we discuss the G7 Summit and some of the major themes and takeaways from the meeting. Finally we talk about the great strategic importance of not falling behind in the new industrial revolution. All that and more!

In today’s episode we talk about Major developments around the area where Iran lives and how the Iranians are taking full advantage of the opportunities that are being presented to them. Then we talk about Michael Flynn’s call for a Burma style coup in the United States and what such an event could potentially do to the country. Finally we cover South Korea and how what they’re doing is likely to...

In today’s episode we talk about a number of upcoming US summits and the rather confused state of American foreign policy at the moment. Then we talk about developments in the former Soviet sphere which almost naturally equate to opportunities for Russia. Finally we cover France and it’s growing independent spirit with regards to its foreign policy and how that will benefit it in the emerging era....

In today’s episode we talk about the ceasefire in the Israel-Palestine conflict and take stock of what’s transpired during the recent bout of fighting. Then we take a detour to touch base on a number of happenings around the globe. Lastly we talk about the potential of Indonesia to become a great power in the heart of south East Asia. All that and more!