Trade and Autocracy
Mathias discusses the historical notion that trade can lead to democratic change, highlighting its failure in cases like Russia. He emphasizes how energy dependency has not only empowered autocratic regimes but also financed their aggressive actions. The conversation serves as a stark warning about the implications of growing ties with autocratic nations, particularly in the context of emerging dependencies with China and other regimes.In this clip
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