Understanding the war in Ukraine (12) - The New World Order

STG Director Prof Alexander Stubb sheds light on the war in Ukraine in a series of video lectures. Each lecture focuses on a different angle regarding the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The twelfth and final episode of the series, gives an outlook on a potential new world order.

Previous video lectures in this series cover the general situation, Finland, Europe, "the world", Russia, China, the United States of America, NATO, Power, instruments of power, and the "West and the Rest."

This episode was recorded on 2 May 2022.

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[gordonipock]

The problem is that the United States has abandoned all the ideals it claims to fight for. For example, we do not have free markets; we have rigged markets. We talk of democracy, yet we pursue global hegemony. We seek dominance. Our "rules based order" means the US makes all the rules and everyone else must obey them. And all the rules are designed for our own advantage.

[sharoncloete]

Good afternoon Prof. from South Africa 🇿🇦. I am sad this afternoon as I have so enjoyed this mini series of yours. I have learned so much from you and I admire your immense knowledge. I have dowloaded your entire series. Please consider some more programmes please. Thank you and best regards. Sharon

[JohnDupuyintegralrecovery]

This whole series has been brilliant and hugely sane. It deserves a much larger audience. Thank you Alexander!

[nicholasmakin]

Great series. We have to continue the struggle for freedom and democracy. Its a pity we shot ourselves in the foot. The invasion of Iraq did so much to undermine the West's case and inflict needless suffering.

[louissavoy]

All good things come to an end. Thank you professor for this truly wonderful series. Every morning after dropping off my son to daycare I was hoping a new episode would be uploaded. And the mornings where there was no new episode, I happily listened to the latest episode a second or third time....or fourth.
It's been an enlightening experience. Thanks again for this initiative on your part allowing others to better understand the dynamics involved in and around the conflict imposed on Ukraine.
Your friend from Canada, L.

[rockflowerful]

I feel sorry this series has come to an end but I sincerely thank you for the time and effort you have made for a wider public audience. Not only have you given us your well balanced opinions but you have given your school a wider profile amongst people who like me had not heard of this institution. So here is hoping you will from time to time, when you can spare the time, address us again……… Thanks and Best wishes.

[mirgrande]

Thank you very much for giving of your time and intelligence for making these and making them common sensical to most of us. You are very articulate. CONGRATULATIONS. A man with wisdom and common sense.

[CJP]

Professor Stubb, I have enjoyed these presentations immensely. Thank you for balanced analyses as a diplomat/ scholar as well as your political perspective from someone whose held leadership roles in a country that's clearly had to balance various interests over time.
Great series, hope to see much more of you.

[michaeldismukes]

This series was fantastic. It's difficult to take a long view of history these days, and to hold on to the notion that human beings and their societies seek stasis. Drastic swings of the pendulum make it difficult to focus attention on the center.

[donaldflett]

Great presentation as always. Please keep them coming and greeting s from Kherson, the "Ukrainian Alamo".

[Artfull]

I think this is the best chapter of your lecture series. A multi-polar world with a rules based order makes so much sense. And yes, this world is indeed too valuable to be wasted in senseless conflict. Stop the Russo-Ukraine War!

[paivyt.]

An excellent lecture, thank you. I agree, especially with the final words. Nations should learn to listen and understand each other better. Respect instead of arrogance goes a long way. You don’t have to agree on everything, but as human beings, our basic needs are the same everywhere: “peace, security, stability, and prosperity” (as you mentioned). Basically, everyone should do their part for them, commit to the same rules. In practice, it can be tricky. I think it requires working on old grudges, and a more conciliatory attitude in the future. Cooperation could be of great benefit to all parties. It could create bridges between different peoples, starting with economic benefits and ending with a better cultural understanding. Meaning a more peaceful and harmonious coexistence. Something to dream about ...

[samkim]

The breadth of your understanding was misunderstood, at least by me. Prognostigating is a dangerous science sir. I think you are in a unique position to foretell. Your command of the weight of world history is more than impressive. I just hope u continue to share your mood with the rest of us.

[Flokarl]

Tack Alexander för en väldigt lärorik serie! Jag blir ärligt glad varje gång jag ser dig på TV eller att du har kommit ut här på YT med nya visdomsord....För jag vet att jag kommer lära mig något nytt och viktigt!

[valdaniels]

Very fascinating series on Ukraine war that encapsulated the takes of all countries affected by this war. All countries... except Ukraine.

[JamesC]

A powerful conclusion Professor - thank you !
I share your hopes for a balanced multipolar future & see it as the solution for having a future at all, however difficult it will be to achieve.
The alternatives make our futures look bleak.

[bjorndehoust]

....thank you very much for speaking this way and explaining complecate interferences...even for a non-native english speaker... brilliant!!!

[xiao-rongpeng]

Thanks and rare to see such type of conclusion! I wish there is a shared purpose for humanity which units different values and identities, which we fight about!

[jacobbirch]

Great job. So insightful. If only I had the time, freedom and $$ to go study with you in Italy. Thanks for sharing your experience, expertise and insights with the world for FREE.