Geopolitical Risk and the Global Shipping Industry
- Tania Ceniccola
- 1 set 2023
- Tempo di lettura: 3 min
Aggiornamento: 1 dic
Geopolitics is the study of the political and geographical influences of different countries on one another.
It is a field that examines the relationships between geography, economics, and politics, and the impact of those relationships on the development of nations and regions.
Geopolitics is relevant because it helps to explain international relations and the patterns of competition and cooperation between states.
It also sheds light on the dynamics of global power and the underlying reasons for conflict and stability, and of course, as a Military English Trainer for the Italian Armed Forces, it sparks my interest, enabling me to see things from different perspectives and leading to a wider and complex view on things.
The good read I am suggesting today is a great article from Stratfor and regards the global shipping industry, which is a vital part of the global economy, transporting goods and resources from one country to another.
Many of us have travelled this summer, in Italy or abroad, and I am sure we have all come across loads of trucks and shipping containers on their journey to reach their destinations.
What does it actually take for people and companies to receive their goods, and which are the risks for the parties involved, given the shifting geopolitical environment?
To ensure the safe and efficient transport of goods and resources, business leaders must be cognizant of the geopolitical risks that can cause delays, disruption, and even disaster.
These risks can originate from a variety of sources, such as economic instability, natural disasters, political unrest, conflicts, climate change, and terrorism.
Economic instability can be caused by policy changes, currency fluctuations, and resource availability, while natural disasters, like earthquakes, tsunamis, and hurricanes, can disrupt shipping routes.
Political unrest can lead to port closures, sanctions, and armed conflicts, while climate change can cause rising sea levels, increased temperatures, and extreme weather events.
Terrorism is also a growing concern, as terrorist organizations have increasingly targeted vessels and ports in recent years.
Finally, the changing geopolitical landscape presents additional risks, such as the rise of non-state actors, the emergence of regional powers, and the shifting balance of power among nation-states.
To ensure successful management of the shipping industry, business leaders must be aware of the sources of these risks, be prepared for their effects, and take steps to mitigate them.
Read the linguistically more challenging and detailed original article: https://worldview.stratfor.com/article/applied-geopolitics-connections-between-geopolitical-risk-and-global-shipping-industry
Can you mention and expand on other Geopolitical risks?
Let me know in the comments,
I’d love to hear all about it!💜
Your Strategic English Coach,
Tania
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