Geopolitical Economy Report

The Geopolitical Economy Report provides analysis and journalism on global financial, political, and military affairs, with a focus on the dynamics of geopolitical conflicts, the critique of Western hegemony, the exploration of new power centers like China, and the impact of economic policies on worldwide inequality.

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‘Western dominance has ended’, EU foreign-policy chief admits, warning of ‘West against the Rest’ geopolitics

1116 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Diplomacy International relations Global South UN
  1. The era of Western dominance has ended, according to the EU foreign-policy chief. Europe should not see the world as 'the West against the Rest'.
  2. Global geopolitical tensions could push Europe into a bleak future. Europe must improve relations with the Global South to avoid becoming geopolitically irrelevant.
  3. In international forums like the UN, Europe often aligns with the US against the majority of countries from the Global South. This shows a stark division in voting patterns.

US sends Israel 100+ weapons shipments. Most Americans oppose it - but Biden ignores them.

916 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Israel US Genocide Humanitarian International relations
  1. Polls show that a majority of North Americans oppose the US sending weapons to Israel, but the Biden administration has sent over 100 arms shipments regardless.
  2. 52% of North Americans want to end US weapons shipments to Israel, with majority opposition from voters who didn't support Trump, Biden voters, and young Democrats.
  3. UN experts have accused Israel of carrying out genocide, while areas in Gaza face starvation and dire humanitarian crises amid the conflict.

After Ukraine, US readies 'transnational kill chain' for Taiwan proxy war

1076 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Military Geopolitics Warfare Foreign Relations
  1. The US approved the sale of the Link 16 system to Taiwan as a key step in completing a 'transnational coalition kill chain' against China for potential war.
  2. Link 16 system enables coordination between various military platforms and forces, including sea, air, land, nuclear bombers, fighters, satellites, and more, positioning Taiwan as a critical link in the potential war offensive against China.
  3. US's preparations for war involve dispersed, network-centric warfare strategies focused on surrounding China with allies, further facilitated by military sales like Link 16, indicating a push towards a multifront war approach.

Media's Israel bias exposed by US soldier who set himself on fire to protest Gaza genocide

1096 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media bias Protest Genocide Government
  1. The Western media displayed bias by downplaying US soldier Aaron Bushnell's self-immolation protest against Gaza genocide.
  2. Many people only read news headlines, leading to potential misinformation and oversimplification of complex issues.
  3. Major US and British media outlets failed to properly cover Bushnell's protest, contrasting with the attention given to other self-immolation protests in different contexts.

Putin debunks Tucker Carlson's warmongering anti-China propaganda, mocks his CIA ties

1455 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Imperialism Propaganda Alliances Election Influence
  1. Putin criticized Tucker Carlson's anti-China rhetoric and CIA ties, highlighting China's peaceful cooperation philosophy.
  2. Geopolitical strategies that try to separate Russia and China have been endorsed by both Republicans and far-right leaders in Europe.
  3. Tucker Carlson's past as a neoconservative and CIA applicant contrasts with his present-day populist image and anti-China stance.
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US kills 4th UN call for peace in Gaza, helping Israel violate Hague's genocide ruling

877 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Peace Genocide Weapons Atrocities Foreign Policy
  1. The US repeatedly vetoed UN Security Council resolutions calling for peace in Gaza, hindering efforts for a ceasefire and supporting Israel's actions.
  2. Despite an ICJ ruling in January ordering Israel to stop killing Palestinians, Israel has continued its deadly attacks on Gaza, with the US aiding by sending weapons.
  3. The war on Gaza by Israel has caused a devastating humanitarian crisis, with tens of thousands of Palestinians killed or injured, and international bodies like the EU criticizing the violence.

CIA director calls China biggest 'threat', says Ukraine war benefits US geopolitically and economically

916 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics US-China Relations US-Russia relations Military Strategy Economic Impacts
  1. CIA Director William J. Burns has labeled China as the biggest long-term threat and emphasized focusing resources on countering China.
  2. The CIA has significantly increased its attention on China, creating a dedicated mission center and doubling its budget for operations related to China.
  3. US CIA Director acknowledged that the war in Ukraine has been beneficial for the US, both geopolitically and economically, and used it as a strategy to send a message to China regarding Taiwan.

Exposed: US DEA used criminals to spy on, destabilize Venezuela, Mexico, Bolivia

956 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Latin America
  1. The US DEA used criminals to spy on and destabilize left-wing governments in Venezuela, Mexico, and Bolivia.
  2. Undercover operatives were sent into Venezuela by the DEA to build drug-trafficking cases against the country's leadership.
  3. DEA meddling targeted leaders like Maduro, Morales, and López Obrador, collaborating with known criminals and engaging in sting operations.

China is ‘world’s sole manufacturing superpower’, with 35% of global output

1056 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Manufacturing Economy Trade Industrialization Geopolitics
  1. China has become the world's top manufacturing power, accounting for 35% of global production.
  2. China's economic success is largely attributed to its state-led development model, with government-controlled enterprises and strategic policies.
  3. The US is heavily reliant on Chinese manufactured goods, making complete decoupling challenging and costly for both countries.

Is a huge war coming? US bombs Yemen, Iraq & Syria. Israel bombs Gaza & Lebanon. Both threaten Iran.

1136 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East conflicts
  1. The US and Israel are involved in multiple conflicts in the Middle East, targeting countries like Yemen, Iraq, Syria, Gaza, Lebanon, and threatening Iran, potentially leading to a larger regional war.
  2. The US military actions in Yemen, Iraq, and Syria, as well as Israel's attacks on Syria and Lebanon, are escalating tensions and risking broader conflicts in the region.
  3. Some officials in the US and Israeli governments are openly advocating for a war with Iran, leading to increased threats and potential hostilities in the region.

Global 1% own 43% of financial assets, 5 richest billionaires doubled wealth while 5 billion workers got poorer

1076 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Inequality Wealth Distribution Colonialism Economic System
  1. The top 1% own a significant portion of global wealth, while billions of workers have seen a decline in their financial well-being.
  2. The wealth of the five richest billionaires doubled since 2020, while a large percentage of humanity experienced a decrease in wealth according to Oxfam.
  3. Inequality is stark between the Global North and South, with the economic system perpetuating disparities, reminiscent of a new form of colonialism.

ICJ's Israel genocide decision: Historic victory for Palestinians and Global South

857 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Genocide International Law Human Rights Conflict resolution
  1. The International Court of Justice's historic decision on Israel potentially violating the genocide convention is a win for Palestinians and the Global South
  2. The ICJ's ruling emphasized the need for Israel to prevent genocide acts against Palestinians, ensure humanitarian aid access, and preserve evidence of alleged crimes
  3. The ICJ indirectly called for a ceasefire in Gaza, exposing the Western media's distorted coverage of the decision and highlighting the declining international support for Israel

Economic solutions: How to go from financialized neoliberalism to a productive, sustainable economy

358 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Financial system
  1. The discussion highlighted realistic alternatives to the neoliberal model of financialization and tangible policies to foster a productive, sustainable economy.
  2. A central idea was the need to reform the financial system to redirect lending towards sustainable production instead of predatory lending and speculation.
  3. The proposed economic solutions included transforming the financial system away from predatory practices, redesigning taxation to focus on economic rent, nationalizing land to eliminate rent, and implementing international currency systems focused on economic balance and stability.

The debt explosion: How neoliberalism fuels debt crises

558 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
💰 Finance Debt Neoliberalism Economy Commercial Real Estate Banking
  1. Debt has surged globally due to neoliberal economics, leading to countless crises.
  2. The Federal Reserve's actions focus on bailing out the financial sector, even when it doesn't benefit the economy at large.
  3. The US economy is heavily dominated by finance, insurance, real estate, military, pharma, and tech sectors, all characterized by high levels of monopoly and rent-seeking behaviors.

Most important stories of 2023: Gaza, Ukraine, China, BRICS, dedollarization, bank crises, inflation

617 implied HN points • 31 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Economics Corruption
  1. The most important stories of 2023 included Gaza and Ukraine wars, US-China tensions, BRICS expansion, de-dollarization movement, inflation crisis, and bank collapses.
  2. Countries worldwide are making efforts to move away from the US dollar to challenge its dominance in global trade and geopolitical influence.
  3. US involvement in geopolitical events such as tensions with China, coup plots in Peru, and Mexico's stance on US relations continue to shape international dynamics and relations.

US troops are occupying Syria's oil fields. Congress refuses to withdraw them

737 implied HN points • 12 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Syria Congress International Law
  1. US military has been illegally occupying Syrian territory since 2014, blocking access to oil and wheat, despite international criticism.
  2. The US Senate voted 13-84 against withdrawing troops from Syria, rejecting a resolution to remove troops not authorized by Congress.
  3. US continues to occupy Syria's oil fields and Iraq, with troops stationed in the region and involvement in conflicts around these areas.

US blocks Gaza peace proposal at UN for 3rd time, holding world hostage

757 implied HN points • 10 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics UN Gaza Peace Security Council Israel
  1. The United States has used its veto power in the United Nations Security Council three times in less than two months to block resolutions calling for peace in Gaza.
  2. Washington is sending billions of dollars worth of weapons to Israel, assisting the country in committing war crimes against Palestinian civilians.
  3. There is a call from many countries, especially from the Global South, to expand the Security Council and eliminate the veto power, citing a lack of credibility and effectiveness in the current system.

Despite Biden's claims, Gaza health ministry death toll is accurate, say peer-reviewed scientific studies

637 implied HN points • 20 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Gaza Health Statistics Israel US
  1. Peer-reviewed scientific studies confirm the accuracy of the Gaza health ministry's death toll statistics after criticism from US President Biden.
  2. The Gaza health ministry has a history of reporting reliable figures, crucial for international organizations' use in understanding the situation.
  3. Experts from Johns Hopkins University and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine found no evidence of inflated mortality reporting and confirmed the validity of the data provided by the Palestinian MoH.

West votes against democracy, human rights, cultural diversity at UN; promotes mercenaries, sanctions

797 implied HN points • 26 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Diplomacy Human Rights Sanctions Democracy Mercenaries
  1. The West voted against promoting democracy, human rights, and cultural diversity at the United Nations while supporting mercenaries and sanctions.
  2. In a UN session, resolutions condemning unilateral coercive measures (sanctions), promoting a democratic international order, and respecting human rights and cultural diversity were passed despite opposition.
  3. Another resolution condemned the use of mercenaries to violate human rights and impede peoples' right to self-determination, passing with majority support.

US votes against peace in Gaza, defying vast majority of planet at UN

857 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics UN Israel Palestine US Global South
  1. The vast majority of countries supported a proposed humanitarian truce in Gaza at the UN, with 121 countries in favor and very few against.
  2. The Global South largely backed the humanitarian truce, including countries in Asia, Africa, and even a few in Europe.
  3. Venezuela's voice was blocked at the UN due to illegal US sanctions, impacting its ability to participate in key votes regarding Gaza.

US blocks peace in Gaza, supporting Israel's genocidal war on civilians

916 implied HN points • 23 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics War Human Rights US Foreign Policy International Organizations
  1. The US has blocked peace efforts in Gaza and supported Israel's military actions despite widespread condemnation by experts and human rights organizations.
  2. Israel's illegal blockade of Gaza has caused devastation and humanitarian crisis, leading to international calls for action to end the blockade.
  3. Israel's military attacks in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of thousands of Palestinian civilians, including a high percentage of children and women, raising concerns of genocidal intentions.

USA & NATO responsible for Ukraine war, German & French public say in poll

1096 implied HN points • 10 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Polling International relations
  1. Most people in Germany and France blame the United States or NATO for the war in Ukraine, according to a survey by anti-Putin activists.
  2. The public opinion may not significantly affect government policies, as seen by Germany's Foreign Minister's statement about supporting Ukraine despite public opinion.
  3. Results from the polls show that many Europeans perceive the conflict in Ukraine not just as Kiev versus Moscow but as a larger proxy war involving NATO and the US against Russia.

Why does the US support Israel? A geopolitical analysis with economist Michael Hudson

617 implied HN points • 13 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Middle East International relations Foreign Policy Global Economy
  1. US support for Israel is primarily driven by geopolitical strategies and control over the Middle East region.
  2. The US sees Israel as a military base to exert control over oil reserves in the Middle East and maintain dominance in the global economy.
  3. Historical parallels can be drawn between the Crusades and current US strategies in the Middle East, indicating power struggles for oil resources and global control.

US opposes peace as Israel ethnically cleanses Palestinians, waging war on 'entire nation' of Gaza

797 implied HN points • 15 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Israel Palestine Ethnic Cleansing Humanitarian Crisis
  1. Israel is ethnically cleansing Palestinians, forcing them out of Gaza into Egypt.
  2. The US opposes calls for peace and supports Israel's scorched-earth war.
  3. Western governments, like the US and EU, show unwavering support for Israel despite concerns about civilian casualties and potential war crimes.

USA vs the world: Blockade on Cuba opposed by 97% of countries at UN

637 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics United Nations Sovereignty Human Rights
  1. The United States' embargo against Cuba is opposed by 97% of countries at the United Nations, with only Israel in support and Ukraine abstaining.
  2. The US has maintained a blockade against Cuba for over 60 years, with the goal of causing 'hunger, desperation, and overthrow of government'. This embargo costs Cuba an estimated $159 billion, roughly 150% of its GDP.
  3. Cuba suffers immense economic losses due to the US blockade, with $4.87 billion lost in just a year. The embargo directly harms the Cuban people and is considered a violation of human rights and an act of genocide by Cuba.

Western sanctions failing: EU imports more Russian gas, China beats US tech war

916 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Sanctions
  1. Western sanctions are backfiring as EU is importing Russian gas at record levels and China advances in tech despite US restrictions.
  2. Sanctions are seen as a key weapon in the new Cold War, but not all countries are equally affected - smaller nations suffer more than industrial giants like China and Russia.
  3. Despite US and EU sanctions, Europe is importing record amounts of Russian natural gas and China is excelling in high-tech chip production, showcasing the limitations and unintended consequences of sanctions.

China deepens ties with Venezuela, challenging US 'hegemonic mindset'

837 implied HN points • 16 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Diplomacy Foreign Relations International Organizations Geopolitics Global Economy
  1. China and Venezuela have deepened their strategic partnership, challenging the hegemonic mindset and sanctions imposed by the US.
  2. Venezuela has significant economic potential due to its vast oil and gas reserves, attracting interest from China as a reliable energy partner.
  3. The growing alliance between Venezuela and China symbolizes a shift towards South-South cooperation, emphasizing mutual development and multipolarity in today's global landscape.

Chinese balloon was not spying, US gov't admits months after manufactured crisis

797 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Diplomacy Cold War Surveillance National Security
  1. The US government admitted that the Chinese balloon incident was not related to spying, but likely due to strong winds, debunking the initial accusations.
  2. The media and US government exaggerated the situation, using it to create a Cold War-like propaganda against China, though evidence later proved otherwise.
  3. Despite the claims of surveillance capabilities, subsequent analysis showed that the balloon's sensors were never activated over US territory, making the entire scandal a manufactured crisis.

Is neoliberalism really dead? Or does it live on like a zombie?

318 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Neoliberalism Debt Monopolies Globalization Cold War
  1. Neoliberalism continues to evolve and adapt, with different variations over the decades.
  2. Debt has played a significant role in the rise of neoliberalism, with exponential growth especially in the neoliberal era.
  3. The current global dynamics reflect a new Cold War, where neoliberalism faces off against alternative economic models represented by countries like China and Russia.

NATO/West or Global Majority? Unipolar destruction or multipolar development? The world must choose

358 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations Globalization Security Imperialism
  1. The world is at a critical point between NATO/West and the Global Majority, offering a choice between unipolar destruction or multipolar development.
  2. Political economists analyze the fracturing international order, discussing conflicts in Israel, Ukraine, Russia, Argentina, and Europe.
  3. There is a growing polarization within Western countries, with emphasis on pursuing militaristic policies versus policies favoring peace and development in line with other global majority countries like China and Russia.

US/France threaten intervention in resource-rich Niger: Fears of war in West Africa

976 implied HN points • 06 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Intervention Natural resources Coup Imperialism
  1. US and France are considering intervention in Niger to re-install a pro-Western regime due to its resources like uranium and oil.
  2. Niger hosts strategic US drone bases and is crucial for the Pentagon's Africa strategy.
  3. The new nationalist governments in West Africa face instability from past coups and are vulnerable to being toppled by right-wing military officers supported by Western powers.

Poverty is growing in Puerto Rico, under US colonialism: 57.6% of children live in poor households

598 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism Poverty Inequality Economy Migration
  1. Poverty in Puerto Rico is on the rise, with over two-fifths of the population and nearly three-fifths of children living in poor households.
  2. Despite more people being employed, poverty continues to worsen in Puerto Rico.
  3. The US colonial status of Puerto Rico has contributed to its extremely high poverty rates and income disparities compared to the rest of the United States.

Burkina Faso's new president condemns imperialism, quotes Che Guevara, allies with Nicaragua, Venezuela, Cuba

857 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Nationalism Anti-Imperialism Alliances Diplomacy
  1. Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traoré takes a strong stand against imperialism and neocolonialism, inspired by revolutionary leaders like Thomas Sankara and Che Guevara.
  2. The new government in Burkina Faso has forged alliances with countries like Nicaragua, Venezuela, and Cuba, aiming to break free from Western dominance and historical colonial ties.
  3. Prime Minister Tambèla's visits to Venezuela and Nicaragua showcase Burkina Faso's efforts to strengthen ties with Latin American revolutionary movements, building on historical solidarity and shared struggles.

Terror attacks on Cuba's embassy fueled by aggressive US policy

538 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics US Foreign Policy Terrorism International Law
  1. Cuba's embassy in Washington has been targeted in terror attacks twice in three years, reflecting a history of US-backed terrorism against Cuba and ongoing economic warfare.
  2. The lack of accountability for these attacks and the US government's aggressive policies contribute to the hostile situation faced by Cuban diplomats in the United States.
  3. The US government's silence and failure to address these acts of terrorism highlight the ongoing tensions between the two countries and the impact of aggressive US policies on Cuba.

Michael Hudson: Why the US banking system is breaking up

1275 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
💰 Finance Banking Federal Reserve Interest Rates Financial Crisis Cryptocurrency
  1. The US banking system is facing a significant crisis due to the consequences of past actions, like the 2009 bank bailout and the quantitative easing measures that followed.
  2. Rising interest rates are causing bond prices to fall, which is putting pressure on banks as their assets decrease in value against deposit liabilities.
  3. The current banking crisis is reminiscent of past financial failures, like the savings and loan crisis in the 1980s, and is exacerbated by factors like the cryptocurrency wave and derivatives trading.

US pressures Saudi Arabia to sell oil in dollars, not Chinese yuan, amid Israel negotiations

717 implied HN points • 13 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Oil trade
  1. The US is pressuring Saudi Arabia to continue pricing its oil in dollars, not Chinese yuan, as part of negotiations involving Israel.
  2. The petrodollar system plays a key role in maintaining the hegemony of the US dollar, ensuring steady demand for the currency worldwide.
  3. Saudi Arabia's relationship with China is strengthening, leading to discussions about potentially selling oil in yuan, which could impact global economic dynamics.

Multipolarity: China, Russia, Israel, India, and the difficult birth of a new world

398 implied HN points • 22 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations Global Development National sovereignty
  1. The world is on the brink of a potential nuclear war, with the West being the most irresponsible and reckless actor, leading to a dangerous situation.
  2. International relations are not just about nations, but about the interests of elites within those nations, often conflicting with the broader interests of the population.
  3. Cooperation for development, like the Belt and Road Initiative, outweighs conflict and domination, offering a path towards stability and progress.

Atomic bombing of Japan was not necessary to end WWII. US gov't documents admit it

697 implied HN points • 09 Aug 23
💾 History World War II Cold War Nuclear Weapons War Crimes
  1. US government documents admit that the atomic bombing of Japan in WWII was not necessary
  2. The decision to use nuclear weapons against Japan was aimed politically at the Soviet Union, rather than solely to end the war with Japan
  3. Many top US military officials, like General Eisenhower, opposed the use of atomic bombs on Japan, suggesting it was unnecessary and could have been avoided

Imperialism: How the struggle of both classes and nations creates our world

518 implied HN points • 09 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Imperialism Capitalism Crisis Finance Economy
  1. Imperialism is a product of the struggle between classes and nations, impacting our world.
  2. Geopolitical economy helps in understanding international relations within the capitalist world system.
  3. The BRICS summit signifies an alternative economic vision based on cooperation and development, challenging traditional Western imperialism.