Doom: The Politics of Catastrophe by Niall Ferguson review
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It’s time the West committed to Ukraine for the long haul, says Fabrice Pothier
The former NATO policy planner advocates a conditional invitation to join the alliance.
In his 2023 piece for The Economist, former NATO policy-planner Fabrice Pothier argues that the war in Ukraine has now reached a pivotal moment — one that demands long-term strategic thinking rather than short-term improvisation. He warns that Western leaders have so far supported Ukraine in a reactive, step-by-step fashion, responding to each Russian escalation but avoiding any firm commitment to Ukraine’s long-term security.
Pothier contends that this strategy of “strategic ambiguity” — hoping that neutrality or gradualism might stabilize the situation — is no longer viable. Instead, the West must treat a democratic and sovereign Ukraine as a fundamental security interest and embed Ukraine firmly within the Euro-Atlantic security architecture. Read the original article in The Economist.
Why Fabrice Pothier Would Make a Great Speaker on Geopolitics
Fabrice Pothier combines deep institutional experience with strategic vision. As a former director of policy planning at NATO and now CEO of geopolitical consultancy Rasmussen Global, he understands both the mechanics of alliance politics and the broader stakes of European security.
He is adept at translating complex geopolitical dynamics into clear, actionable arguments — for policymakers, allies, and the public alike. His call for a long-term commitment to Ukraine is grounded not only in moral conviction but in hard-headed strategic analysis. That makes him an ideal speaker for audiences trying to make sense of the shifting global order and the implications of the war in Ukraine.
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