COVID and the Ukraine War transformed the global economic and political order. Russia and China are now 100% autocratic, increasing geo-political tensions. Populism and class conflict are intensifying as a reaction to heightened economic and social inequality. Immigration is seen as a threat to national identity and the source of foreign competition for jobs. World trade in finished goods and components is declining, and global supply chains are changing as countries reshore their manufacturing jobs. We will discuss the latest developments in these areas and discuss potential consequences.

Moderator: Dan Nagel is a retired CPA with a lifelong interest in modern history.