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Geopolitics and Business

Geopolitics and Business

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 Geopolitics and Business is the monthly briefing where world politics meets corporate reality. Hosts Dr. Thomas Ramge and Björn Conrad explore how global power shifts — from Washington to Beijing to Brussels — are reshaping the strategies of international companies. From tariffs and tech export controls to data flows and sanctions, we unpack the tools of geopolitics and their real-world impact on business. Stay safe at the crossroads of geopolitics and business.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Economics
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  • Competing in a fragmented tech world – with Tiffany Wong

    Competing in a fragmented tech world – with Tiffany Wong
    Dec 18 2025

    In this episode of Geopolitics and Business, Thomas Ramge and Björn Conrad talk with Tiffany Wong, Director of Geopolitical Strategy at HP, about how tech companies navigate an era of fragmentation and geopolitical uncertainty. From U.S.–China tech rivalry and semiconductor policy to the rise of industrial strategies and local content rules, Tiffany explains why scenario planning, breaking down silos, and corporate diplomacy are now critical for resilience. Tune in to learn how these shifts could reshape innovation and global competition.

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    46 mins
  • India’s strategic dance: Guarding sovereignty, growing ties – with Manash K. Neog

    India’s strategic dance: Guarding sovereignty, growing ties – with Manash K. Neog
    Nov 11 2025

    India is navigating a complex geopolitical landscape shaped by rising U.S.-China tensions. In this episode, host Thomas Ramge and co-host Björn Conrad speak with Manash K. Neog, Managing Director of Chase Advisors APAC, about India’s multipolar strategy, economic diplomacy, and emerging business opportunities. Learn how companies can adapt to shifting global dynamics and why India is becoming central to corporate strategy.
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    42 mins
  • AI, cybersecurity & the global tech divide – with Nicholas Butts

    AI, cybersecurity & the global tech divide – with Nicholas Butts
    Oct 20 2025

    In this episode of Geopolitics and Business, hosts Thomas Ramge and Björn Conrad speak with Nicholas Butts, Director of Cybersecurity and AI Policy at Microsoft and co-author of Tech Cold War. Together, they explore the global fragmentation of AI regulation, the rising threat of state-sponsored cyberattacks, and the strategic implications for businesses operating across borders. From the EU’s AI Act to China’s tech diplomacy, this conversation offers deep insights into how companies can navigate the evolving landscape of digital sovereignty and security.
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    38 mins
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