"Looking ahead to the World in 2025." Views expressed in this geopolitical news and analysis are those of the reporters and correspondents. Accessed on 02 January 2025, 2032 UTC. Content and Source: https://www.cfr.org. Please check link or scroll down to read your selections. Thanks for joining us today. Russ Roberts (https://trendsingeopolitics.blogspot.com). The Year Ahead The new year promises to be pivotal after a transformative 2024. War continued in Ukraine and in the Middle East. Notably, a new transitional government took power in Syria, a country whose fate will significantly influence the region. Economic trends are uncertain, despite bullish optimism from business leaders. Democracies elected anti-incumbent parties and candidates, including Donald Trump, which will have profound impacts on U.S. foreign policy. Experts from the Council on Foreign Relations provide their insights for 2025 and reflect on the challenges to come. What We’re Watching Aroun...
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