The collapse of the Soviet Union ended the Cold War and led to U.S. unipolarity promoting capitalism linked with liberal democracy. However, several nations embraced capitalism under authoritarian regimes, challenging the idea that democracy is essential for capitalism. The rise of countries like China and Russia introduces a new era of conflicting capitalist models.
The series “The Real Cost of Tariffs on US and World Economies” explores the adverse effects of Trump’s tariffs, indicating they contribute to inflation, recession, and stagflation. While designed to protect US jobs, they threaten economic stability, provoke tensions with allies, and may enhance China’s global manufacturing strength, undermining US competitiveness.
The article critiques Trump’s tariff policies and argues they strengthen China’s market position by pushing them to diversify exports and invest overseas. It highlights how U.S. strategy has weakened alliances, eroded credibility, and led to economic instability, while China has gained technological and manufacturing superiority, positioning itself as a global leader.
Antonio Navalón Amid so many things happening around the world, one of the new facts that characterize the times we live in is how the rich are, how they behave, what their curiosities and interests are, and, among them, the richest of all: Elon Musk. …
Federico Reyes Heroles We know they lie to us. They know we know they are lying to us, and… they keep on lying. How far can it go? It is difficult to say. It appears in the world, and we can expel it. It has …
Polarization around the world is increasingly present, in some cases even concerning. Politics in some countries are moved by protesting angry citizens fed up with the incompetence of their leaders. Extremists have a fertile ground for their causes, both for left and right. Unlikely candidates …
Ricardo Pascoe Pierce The President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva, called a meeting of presidents of South American countries to promote a regional integration process. The heads of state of Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela attended the …
