The European Union lacks the necessary means to defend itself against Russian aggression without U.S. involvement, as emphasized by King Felipe VI. The proposed 800 billion euro rearmament plan raises questions about funding amidst national debts, while concerns grow over Germany’s military resurgence and far-right political movements within the bloc.
Juan Pablo Cardenal discusses the geopolitical shift caused by Trump’s distancing from the West, allowing China to expand its influence through trade and investment. He argues that while China thrives on its state-controlled economy, it faces structural issues that hinder its ability to replace the U.S. as a global superpower.
The world is undergoing a transformative shift, marked by a reconfiguration of power dynamics and ideologies. The emergence of figures like Donald Trump has disrupted international relations, as seen in the Ukraine conflict. Amidst nationalism and strategic decisions by a few, the tension between nations reflects a precarious reality, foreshadowing potential wider conflicts.
In this Uncommon Knowledge episode, historian Niall Ferguson discusses Ukraine’s war stalemate, Trump’s foreign policy, and NATO’s evolving role amid US withdrawal signals. He draws historical parallels, critiques America’s waning power compared to Britain in the 1930s, and questions whether Trump’s strategies will avoid conflict or hasten US decline.
In February, gold prices rose to new highs, ending the month at US$2,835/oz, a 0.8% increase month-over-month. This trend was supported by a weaker dollar, strong ETF inflows, and heightened interest in gold amid ongoing tariff uncertainties. COMEX inventories also saw increased gold flows.
Nobel laureate Paul Krugman and former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers discuss the ongoing US trade war, its detrimental effects on consumer confidence, and recession risks, particularly in the manufacturing sector. Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, emphasizes a unwavering stance against Trump, indicating escalating tensions in international relations.
ホンダと日産は日本における自動車業界の代表的な企業で、それぞれ異なる起源を持つ。合併の試みは失敗に終わり、日産は新CEOにイバン・エスピノザ氏を任命。未来の自動車市場での競争に向けた課題が依然として残る。
Honda and Nissan, both significant Japanese automakers with distinct histories, recently attempted a merger to enhance competitiveness amidst evolving automotive challenges. However, the deal collapsed due to Honda’s reluctance for shared hierarchy. Post-failure, Nissan appointed Iván Espinoza as CEO, tasked with navigating competition from American and Chinese manufacturers in the industry.
Ian Bremmer highlights the Trump administration’s foreign policy focus on American unilateralism at the expense of traditional alliances, particularly in relation to Ukraine. He emphasizes that the future of transatlantic relations and NATO will depend more on European actions than U.S. involvement as the crisis unfolds.
In a speech, US Vice President J. D. Vance criticized European culture for undermining liberal democracy, claiming the true heir to Western civilization is the America envisioned by Donald Trump. Influencing Vance is Peter Thiel, whose disruptive ideology blends conservatism and libertarianism, significantly shaping Trumpism and American political discourse.