The Philippines’ top defense official called for deeper military ties with the US in a bid to face down mutual threats amid worsening relations with Beijing https://t.co/QPr45JgFI5 ...

To counter Russia and China in the high north, America must expand its icebreaker fleet. To do so quickly, it will need Finland’s help https://t.co/V7KBu8RGQz ...

China’s rulers want to show it is in their people’s interests to keep America focused on Europe, according to the EU’s foreign-policy chief https://t.co/TE2cWiF7Rg ...

To counter Russia and China in the high north, America must expand its icebreaker fleet. To do so quickly, it will need Finland’s help https://t.co/REK3VwPdPu ...

Why does China want the war in Ukraine to continue? @kajakallas tells @DSORennie that China is backing Russia’s war to keep America distracted.Watch the latest episode of Inside Geopolitics: https://t.co/avGyuVW695 https://t.co/RdkLOywkcT ...

“Europe’s new iron lady”, @kajakallas, joins @DSORennie to discuss the continent in an era of strongmen. Watch the first episode of Inside Geopolitics now https://t.co/B73FRsYZdF ...

Core Insights - Geopolitical risk has become a central concern for businesses, moving from a historically remote issue to a daily consideration [1][2] - Companies across all sectors are advised to maintain constant vigilance regarding geopolitical developments, particularly due to the escalating US-China rivalry [2][3] Geopolitical Context - The US-China rivalry is characterized as a chronic and intensifying superpower competition, with economic tools like sanctions and tariffs being primary instruments [2][3] - The rivalry creates a scenario where companies have "nowhere to hide" from its impacts, necessitating a reevaluation of risk management strategies [2] Business Implications - The adversarial nature of the US-China relationship influences political and business decisions, especially concerning non-aligned countries such as India [3] - The report highlights that the rivalry is in its early stages, indicating a prolonged period of geopolitical tension with no foreseeable resolution [3] Economic Spillovers - There are significant economic spillovers resulting from hyper-globalization and hyper-digitalization, which amplify the effects of geopolitical tensions [3] - The use of economic measures as weapons has become prevalent, with little room for compromise on critical issues [3] Conflict Risks - The report identifies that the most severe threats to trade and investment arise when geopolitical tensions escalate into armed conflicts, as seen in various global hotspots [5] - Potential conflicts in East Asia, particularly around Taiwan, are highlighted as particularly concerning, with implications for global supply chains and investment [5] Sector-Specific Vulnerabilities - Certain sectors, especially technology and energy (including green energy), are described as being highly 'geopoliticised' and susceptible to being weaponized [6] - Geopolitical tensions are intertwined with other global challenges, such as the climate crisis and migration, creating complex feedback loops that affect business operations [6]

Her uncompromising stances on Russia and China have ruffled feathers in some European capitals. But “Europe’s new iron lady” remains unfazed.@DSORennie sits down with @kajakallas in the first episode of Inside Geopolitics, streaming at 6pm London time https://t.co/xL1Qt333vm ...

To counter Russia and China in the high north, America must expand its icebreaker fleet. To do so quickly, it will need Finland’s help https://t.co/iPag4x8Vvc ...

Any strike on Venezuelan land would be an extraordinary escalation in the Americas, pulling the attention of the armed forces of the United States away from both Europe and the Pacific. How likely is that? https://t.co/v7NuCf9NoKPhoto: Getty Images https://t.co/QPy2wUwoIt ...