This article explores the vital role of financial institutions in wars, detailing how these entities benefit from conflict through military financing, arms trade, reconstruction contracts, and investments in war economies. It highlights the substantial profits generated by banks and financial firms during warfare and examines the implications of these economic interests on global peace efforts.
Explore how wars, from the Middle East to Ukraine, are driven by economic, political, and corporate interests. Discover the beneficiaries of conflict, including arms manufacturers, energy corporations, and geopolitical powers, and how these wars fuel inequality and global instability.
China’s diplomatic efforts in the Middle East have been gaining momentum in recent years, driven by its growing economic and strategic interests in the region. With investments totaling over $120 billion in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China is seeking to expand its influence and challenge traditional power dynamics. But as China navigates complex geopolitical tensions and domestic challenges, can it maintain its diplomatic momentum and solidify its position as a key player in the Middle East?
