Larry Johnson, Pepe Escobar, Alexander Babakov – The End of Western Dominance: Russia, China & BRICS are Rising
by Counter Currents [11-20-2025] Larry C. Johnson(bio), Pepe Escobar(bio).
(RAD: This is a very fascinating discussion about the importance of manufacturing in China, Russia and other countries. Unfortunately, America has lost much of its manufacturing & financialized its economy. We learn the importance of building infrastructure, even though there is no immediate profit. The payback comes with everything surrounding the infrastructure. Both Pepe & Alexander share many examples of how building out the infrastructure has sparked massive surrounding profitable businesses. We also see how focusing on improving the quality of life for everyone is more important that focusing on profits for the individual endeavors. — RAD)
In this gripping episode of Countercurrents, we dive deep into the shifting global order as China, Russia, and the BRICS nations rise to challenge Western dominance. From China’s technological revolution and AI advancements to Russia’s newfound sovereignty amidst global sanctions, our longtime friends Pepe Escobar and Alexander Babakov explore how these powerful forces are reshaping the future of geopolitics.
TIMELINE:
- 00:00 Silk Road 2.0: China’s Technological and Environmental Leap
- 10:00 Why Russia and China Are Natural Partners: Cultural Foundations
- 13:22 Quality Over Profit: China’s Alternative to Western Economics
- 18:38 China’s Tech Revolution: How Planning Defeats Sanctions
- 21:10 Russia’s New Development Path: Focus on Domestic Strength
- 28:12 Cotton Candy Economics: Why the US Model Fails
- 34:24 Why 40% of World GDP Won’t Accept Western Rules Anymore
- 37:23 Russia–China–Iran: Iran Protected, Not Alone
- 38:59 Why Europe No Longer Matters to Russia’s Growth
- 47:57 Will the US Invade Venezuela? Geopolitical Breakdown
- 54:10 Why the UN Security Council Is No Longer Effective