Parag Khanna: Mapping the future of countries

The video explores the evolution of global political geography, highlighting the increase in sovereign states since 1945 and the impact of globalization. It examines strategic regions like Eastern Eurasia, where China's influence is growing, and the Middle East, where borders remain contentious. The video also discusses energy politics in Central Asia and the European Union's integration. It concludes with potential future changes in global borders, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure over traditional borders.

What does the contemporary political map indicate about the number of countries in the world today?

How do border conflicts impact the world's military-industrial complex?

What significant changes occurred in the world map from 1945 to today?

In what ways has China influenced Mongolia's economy?

What are the implications of the demographic strategies employed by China in East Asia?

How does the concept of a 'greater Chinese co-prosperity sphere' differ from historical imperialism?

What role does infrastructure play in the potential independence of Kurdistan?

How might the future of the European Union affect its neighboring regions?

What factors contribute to the instability in South Central Asia, particularly regarding Pashtun nationalism?

What lessons can be learned from the geopolitical changes in the Arctic region?