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Welcome to Cold War Two - Historian Niall Ferguson on Geopolitics in 2026

World Economic Forum via YouTube

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Watch historian and author Niall Ferguson explore whether we are currently living through a Second Cold War and examine what lessons from the first Cold War might guide us through contemporary global challenges. Discover Ferguson's analysis of current geopolitical affairs and learn why he believes there are reasons for optimism despite historical parallels to past tensions. Gain insights into global risks and international relations as Ferguson discusses his perspective on the state of world affairs in 2026. The interview, conducted by Gayle Markovitz at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, provides a comprehensive examination of modern geopolitics through the lens of historical comparison and offers a nuanced view of current international dynamics and future prospects.

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Welcome to Cold War Two: historian Niall Ferguson on geopolitics in 2026

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