Geopolitical Economy Report

Ben Norton
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Feb 28, 2026 • 22min

US-Israeli war on Iran is NOT about nuclear weapons - it's about imperialism

A sharp critique of U.S. and Israeli aggression toward Iran framed as a drive for regime change and regional control. Discussion of strikes on bases and risks of escalation. Exploration of oil, China, and strategic motives behind intervention. Historical context from the 1953 coup to modern proxy tactics is highlighted.
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Feb 26, 2026 • 18min

US unipolarity vs China's multipolarity: Whose vision will shape the new global order?

A clash between U.S. unipolar ambitions and China’s push for a multipolar world is explored. Clips highlight calls for spheres of influence and counterarguments for sovereign equality. Speeches and policy principles are examined alongside debates about the United Nations, non-interference, and the rising influence of the Global South.
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Feb 22, 2026 • 45min

Why Washington and Silicon Valley hate (and fear) China

A deep dive into the new Cold War framing of US–China rivalry, focusing on trade, tech, and a race for critical minerals. Discussion of US plans to build alternative supply chains like Pax Silica and Project Vault. Exploration of Silicon Valley and billionaire influence on government policy. Examination of India’s role and wider global non-alignment pressures.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 36min

In insane speech, Marco Rubio asks Europe to join US in recolonizing world

A scorching breakdown of Marco Rubio's Munich speech praising Western empires and calling for recolonization of the Global South. Discussion covers attempts to reverse decolonization, applause from European leaders, and efforts to build Western supply chains excluding China. A counterpoint on China's calls for sovereignty, UN reform, and a rising Global South completes the rundown.
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Feb 14, 2026 • 35min

USA uses hunger as weapon to try to starve millions and collapse Cuba

A deep dive into the U.S. oil blockade and how fuel denial is being used to pressure Cuba. Accounts of Cuban families facing blackouts, food shortages, and shuttered schools. Discussion of Miami politicians' hardline rhetoric and international responses, including Russia and China stepping in. Examination of how secondary sanctions and dollar power limit outside aid.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 36min

Vietnam prepares for new war with USA, aimed at China

A deep dive into Vietnam's balancing act amid a renewed US-China cold war. Talks about a leaked Vietnamese defense plan for a possible conflict with the US and why Hanoi distrusts Western intentions. Explores Vietnam's 'bamboo diplomacy', growing China ties, ASEAN non-alignment, and how economic and military strategies reshape Southeast Asian autonomy.
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Feb 7, 2026 • 27min

Economic war: US boasts of "collapsing" Iran's economy with sanctions

A deep dive into how modern warfare uses sanctions, financial pressure, and dollar dominance to target nations. Discussion of U.S. campaigns to crash currencies, block oil exports, and squeeze economies. Examination of the human toll, claims of intentional economic collapse, and international legal objections. Conversation ends with ways to help civilians affected by unilateral measures.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 30min

The West finally admitted to its hypocrisy: Here is why

A sharp critique of Western foreign policy hypocrisy and the unraveling of the so-called rules-based international order. Discussion of how U.S. dominance and financial power shape global coercion. Canada's complicity, arms sales, and trade dependence come under scrutiny. Exploration of a shifting balance of power as Europe and others reassess ties with China.
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Feb 1, 2026 • 39min

Is Trump destroying the Western alliance? Will Europe break with USA and ally with China?

They discuss whether recent U.S. moves and tariffs are pushing Europe toward closer ties with China. Topics include Greenland and Arctic resource concerns, critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, and European trade deals with India and Mercosur. They also cover Europe’s energy and tech dependencies, NATO’s future, and whether selling U.S. assets could be used as leverage.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 20min

The USA's crazy plan to destroy the UN and international law

A deep dive into a new phase of U.S. hyper-imperialism and attacks on multilateral institutions. Discussion of mass withdrawals from global bodies and a proposed U.S.-controlled 'Board of Peace'. Coverage of exclusions, pay-to-play membership rules, and global reactions, including China's defense of the UN-centered order.

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