Everyone is talking about the US tariff policy at the moment. First tariffs on basically every country in the world, now a 90-day pause and 145% tariffs on China. But I think there is an underlying message in all this chaos. One that also relates to this week's theme of long-term US strategy in Europe. Countries around the world will increasingly be forced to choose: align with the US or align with China. We are witnessing the irreversible bifurcation of the global system - finance, currencies, trade, economics, commodities, tech-military - how much space remains between these two poles remains to be seen. It also fits into the broader long-term US strategy - particularly in Europe. And that's the focus of this video. Here’s what you’ll learn:

◾️Why Washington is recalibrating its global priorities

◾️How Brzezinski, Rome, and the Monroe Doctrine offer strategic lessons

◾️What the U.S. pivot means for Europe’s defense and economic autonomy

◾️What governments and businesses must do to adapt

This episode goes beyond headlines—unpacking the grand strategic logic of offshore balancing, economic decoupling, and why geopolitics—not globalization—is now the bottom line.

📌 Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

01:20 – The Strategic Pivot: From Europe to Asia

05:02 – Historical Lessons: Empires and Grand Strategy

07:04 – Advice for Governments and Businesses

💡 Geopolitics is now the bottom line. Whether you're in government, business, or simply trying to make sense of today’s power shifts—this is essential viewing.🔗 Subscribe to this channel for more weekly insights. 📬 Get the free newsletter here: https://geopoliticallycorrect.substack.com/