How a decade of populism and impunity unravelled the post-Cold War world order
Brexit, Donald Trump’s rise and Israel’s war in Gaza signal the collapse of the post-Cold War political, economic and moral order. Populism, unchecked power, geopolitical conflict and growing economic instability are pushing the global system towards breaking point.
By Natale LabiaSouth Africa
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Brexit, Donald Trump’s rise and Israel’s war in Gaza signal the collapse of the post-Cold War political, economic and moral order. Populism, unchecked power, geopolitical conflict and growing economic instability are pushing the global system towards breaking point.
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- 38 words · 1 min read
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- October 13, 2026
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- Natale Labia
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- Daily Maverick