S9 Ep17: 2025 Global Forcast with Sam Liechtenstein from RANE

In this episode, Sam Liechtenstein from RANE (Risk Assistance
Network + Exchange) joins us to dissect their annual geopolitical
forecast. We discussed a range of pressing issues,
including:



The deteriorating global climate cooperation

The evolving conflict in Ukraine

The shifting political landscape in Europe

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict

US-China tensions

Political uncertainties in Asia

North Korea's military threats

Taiwan's strategic position

India's rising influence

Pakistan's instability

Jihadism in Sub-Saharan Africa

South Africa's political dynamics

The implications of a potential Trump presidency



To find out more about RANE and its annual global forecast,
please visit their website here:
https://www.ranenetwork.com/

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