S12E2 - A New Great Game: Energy and Geopolitics in Russia

You are listening to Curiosity Curated. I am Zong.In our rapidly changing world, energy and geopolitics have become deeply intertwined. Nations now view energy not just as a resource but as a critical component of power and security. This interconnection manifests in three key trends: the resurgence of great power competition, the global shift toward clean energy, and the increasing electricity demands of artificial intelligence. Throughout this season, we'll examine how both established and emerging powers navigate these evolving dynamics, highlighting how energy resources fundamentally shape the emerging global order.In our previous episode, we explored America's energy revolution and how it transformed the country from a position of vulnerability to one of renewed global influence.Now, guided by Daniel Yergin's insights, we turn our attention to Russia. This episode will examine the intricate relationship between Russia's energy resources, its geopolitical aspirations, and its efforts to reclaim Great Power status following the Soviet Union's collapse.00:35 Episode Intro02:13 Russia’s Energy Foundation and Dependence06:11 Historical Context and the Reassertion of State Control11:14 The Core Geopolitical Clash: Gas and Ukraine13:08 Gas Cutoffs, Differing Concepts of Energy Security, and Pipeline Politics16:58 Nord Stream 2 Controversy & US Pushback18:33 Russia’s Strategic Adjustments & Pivoting to the East22:32 Central Asia: The New Heartland of Geopolitics27:19 ConclusionSources:The New Map by Daniel YerginThe Troubled Energy Transition: How to Find a Pragmatic Path Forward, Daniel Yergin et al, www.foreignaffairs.comMusic:“Hold On” by Alabama Shakes“Who Am I” by Dario LupoFor any feedback, please contact: [email protected]前往小宇宙评论区与主播互动