Global South

The End of Western Dominance: Russia, China & BRICS

Larry Johnson, Pepe Escobar with Alexander Babakov, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma

In this gripping episode of Countercurrents, we dive deep into the shifting global order as China, Russia, and the BRICS nations rise to challenge Western dominance. From China’s technological revolution and AI advancements to Russia’s newfound sovereignty amidst global sanctions, our longtime friends Pepe Escobar and Alexander Babakov explore how these powerful forces are reshaping the future of geopolitics.

TIMELINE:

00:00 Silk Road 2.0: China’s Technological and Environmental Leap

10:00 Why Russia and China Are Natural Partners: Cultural Foundations

13:22 Quality Over Profit: China’s Alternative to Western Economics

18:38 China’s Tech Revolution: How Planning Defeats Sanctions

21:10 Russia’s New Development Path: Focus on Domestic Strength

28:12 Cotton Candy Economics: Why the US Model Fails

34:24 Why 40% of World GDP Won’t Accept Western Rules Anymore

37:23 Russia–China–Iran: Iran Protected, Not Alone

38:59 Why Europe No Longer Matters to Russia’s Growth

47:57 Will the US Invade Venezuela? Geopolitical Breakdown

54:10 Why the UN Security Council Is No Longer Effective