Geopolitical analyst and entrepreneur Arnaud Bertrand returns to the pod to discuss: Is the US-led West in strategic decline relative to rising powers? We consider this question both in concrete fields, such as economic might and technological development, as well as the decline in moral authority which previously underpinned the West’s leadership of international institutions. How are U.S. policy decisions undermining the international system established in the U.N. Charter? To what extent are we moving away from an interconnected world toward rival bloc politics? Does Donald Trump represent any substantive change to the neoliberal order, or will he simply offer more of the same in slightly different packaging? We explore all these questions and more. If you enjoy the episode, check out our bonus episode on Patreon that considers Europe’s strategic position in this emerging world of bloc politics: (https://www.patreon.com/posts/24b-arnaud-does-120059949). Follow Arnaud on Twitter (https://x.com/RnaudBertrand) for thoughtful geopolitical analysis and support his current venture Me and Qi: https://www.meandqi.com/.