‘Globalisation aided the rise of Russia and China as challengers to the US — a geopolitical race is growing now'

Hal Brands discusses Donald Trump's approach to geopolitics, suggesting a strategic de-escalation with Russia and changes to NATO dynamics. He comments on how China might exploit US-European rifts and sees a return to great power competition. Brands highlights the impact of globalisation and the increasing importance of advanced technologies in shaping global strategy.