The Civilisational Matrix . . .the conflict between capitalism and civilisation.
Geopolitically, the world is stabilising and returning to its usual axis with the Mega-civilisations , once again, rising to the top their natural position. We ve been through 2-3 centuries where ruthless barbarians have controlled the world and at a time where humans had developed just enough to have a reach across the whole globe. Most previous empires have had regional influence unlike the Europeans, who had global influence. Over 40 years ago, I recall discussing the rise and fall of empires and civilisations with a history academic who argued that empires were cyclical and whilst the West was powerful, power would transition to the East, in time. When analysing this argument, my assessment was that, at the time of older civilisations, their sphere of military influence was constrained by technology and distance. Due to the global reach of empires of our time, it was increasingly difficult for civilisations to rise as the dominant powers would suppress them. The Y...
