Author Applebaum on Global Geopolitics

The video discusses the centralization of power by leaders like Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, highlighting the risks of such systems. It examines China's political shifts under Xi, including the sidelining of party norms. The Ukraine conflict is analyzed, noting Ukraine's progress and Russia's challenges. The potential nuclear threat from Russia and the US's involvement in supporting Ukraine are also explored.

What are the potential consequences of leaders consolidating power in their hands?

How does the unpredictability of a single leader affect international relations?

What implications does the behavior of Xi Jinping towards Hu Jintao have for the Chinese political landscape?

In what ways has the war in Ukraine changed the perception of Putin's leadership?

What factors should the US consider in its support for Ukraine?