Question

Do you think the concept of Cold War is still visible in the 21st century global geopolitics? Give reasons to support your answer.

Answer 1

Yes, the concept of the Cold War is still visible in 21st-century global geopolitics due to the following reasons:

• New Superpower Rivalry: The old US-USSR rivalry has changed into a new conflict between the United States on one side and China and Russia on the other.
• Formation of Blocs: The world is dividing into rival groups again. The West is strengthening NATO and the Quad, while China and Russia are building closer ties through BRICS and the SCO.
• Proxy Wars: Superpowers are avoiding direct conflict but fighting through other nations. The Ukraine War is a clear example where the West is funding and arming Ukraine to fight Russia.
• New Tech and Trade Arms Race: Instead of just nuclear bombs, nations are competing for dominance in Artificial Intelligence (AI), microchips, and 5G networks, leading to trade wars and economic sanctions.
• Ideological Divide: There is a growing global tension between Western Liberal Democracies and Eastern Authoritarian/Autocratic regimes.