My research rests on three crucial dynamics that intersect:
The American hegemony and domestic politics
Strategic competition between the United States and China
Technological progression and its impact on society
The Pax Americana stands or falls with the fate of Taiwan
Cracks are showing in the US dominated world order. Taiwan has become the focal point of enormous economic and geopolitical interests. But Taiwan might in hindsight also be the tombstone for the Pax Americana.
The crumbling pillars of EU foreign policy and the coming European Renaissance
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has shaken the core of the European vision on foreign policy. Long cherished beliefs and assumptions have been drawn into question, and with it the very identity of Europe.
Part III: American Detox
The relative decline of American power and the divergent strategic interests of Europe and the US demand a wholesale reevaluation of how Europe sees itself. The future is in Europe’s hands but more of the same is unlikely to be a success.
Part II: Non-American alternatives might be bad for your health
The United States was able to shape the global world order through rules after WW2. Countries that failed to follow those rules received a friendly reminder to conform, or else…
Part I: Addicted to America
Total strategic dependence on America has made Europe rich, free, and stable. But at the same time Europe has lost its ability to think strategically for itself. Europe is addicted to American influence.
The Era of Big Business is over
The golden age of neo-liberalism is drawing to a close. With the return of geopolitics corporate dominance of global affairs if ending. The Era of Big Business is over.
What made America Great
Until recently, the United States had a trait that made it the Greatest country on earth. An ever increasing set of civil rights, obtained through peaceful protest.