Geopolitical Dynamics — The West Versus The Rest
Portfolio manager Rashaad Tayob and investment professional Linda Eedes engage in a detailed discussion about the evolving geopolitical landscape, focusing particularly on the interplay between the West and the rest. Rashaad highlights the significant role Asia has played in driving global economic growth over recent decades, while also noting the substantial contribution of the technology sector in Western nations to this growth.
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