Geoeconomic Fragmentation: Power, Politics, and the New World Divide | Open Dialogue | Episode 39

The world economy is undergoing a seismic shift. After decades of globalization and interdependence, nations are redrawing the map of trade, capital, and technology. Welcome to the age of geoeconomic fragmentation — where economic alliances, supply chains, and financial systems are being reshaped by politics, security, and national priorities.In this episode of Open Dialogue, Sameer Shetty speaks with Neeraj Gambhir, Group Executive, Treasury, Markets & Wholesale Banking Products, Axis Bank. Together, they trace how post–World War II integration gave rise to today’s interconnected world and why that system is now being reimagined.They explore the evolution from Bretton Woods to WTO, the rise of the US dollar as the reserve currency, and how recent shocks have exposed the vulnerabilities of global interdependence. The discussion explores the weaponization of trade and payments, the resurgence of tariffs, and the push for onshoring critical industries like semiconductors, defense, and clean energy.Beyond global trends, the episode offers sharp insights into what investors, businesses, and policymakers should watch as the world transitions from “just-in-time” globalization to “just-in-case” resilience.Speakers –Sameer Shetty: Group Executive, Digital Banking & Strategic Programs, Axis BankNeeraj Gambhir: Group Executive, Treasury, Markets & Wholesale Banking Products, Axis Bank🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on global economics, India’s strategic future, and the forces reshaping markets and trade.#GeoeconomicFragmentation #GlobalTrade #IndiaStrategy #DefenseSpending #SupplyChain #Semiconductors #EnergySecurity #Atmanirbhar #GoldRepatriation #Resilience #ReelCutsSUBSCRIBE TO US: https://www.youtube.com/@OpenDialogueByAxis Download Axis Bank App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...For more informative videos and discussion on important topics related to Banking, finance & economics:LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/company/axis-bank Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/opendialoguebyaxisbankFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/axisbank/Twitter - https://x.com/AxisBankCopyright:©Axis Bank Limited [2025]. All rights reserved. This video and all other videos in this channel are protected by copyright law and may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of the copyright owner.STATUTORY DISCLAIMER:By accessing this video podcast “Podcast”, I acknowledge that Axis Bank Limited and its subsidiaries ("AXIS BANK") makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, AXIS BANK does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, AXIS BANK makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses, worms, or other elements or codes that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.AXIS BANK EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST