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In this episode of the the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue gets an update on Vietnam/US relations from Evan Rees, RANE's Asia Pacific analyst. The US Presidential transition is complete. New domestic policies are being rolled out while US foreign policy is being rejiggered. Many nations around the world are actively working to adapt to the Biden Administration foreign policy priorities. One such country? Vietnam. Up for discussion? How will U.S.-Vietnamese relations evolve under the Biden administration and how Vietnam's domestic political transition will likely impact the country's behavior going forward.

In this episode of the Essential Geoplitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Adriano Bosoni, RANE's Senior European analyst about German politics. This as one of the longest serving political figures of recent decades announced she will step down in 2021. German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, has served since 2005, through multiple presidential and prime ministerial terms worldwide. Now, Angela Merkel’s party, the Christian Democratic Union, has appointed a new party leader. What does this mean for German politics? Listen.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, the conversation turns to the country of Georgia. Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili visited Brussels recently, meeting with European and NATO officials to discuss progress on Georgia's inclusion in both organizations. Georgia sits at a crossroads, both physically and metaphorically, at the pivot point between three historic empires - Russia, Iran and Turkey. It is increasingly drawing attention from the more distant Europe, the United States and China as it pursues a quest to become an integrated member of Europe, something that Russia has long sought to resist. RANE's Senior VP of Strategic Analysis, Rodger Baker, spoke with Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili during her visit to Brussels.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with RANE's Senior global Security analyst, Ben West about new concerns that organized groups and individuals could turn their government frustrations on less prepared state and municipal buildings. Joe Biden became US president on January 20. He went right to work, as he put it, dealing with the many crises facing the US. As he noted in his inaugural speech, citizens should put aside an "uncivil war" pitting Americans against each other. That's a long-term job - and one that identifies long-term threats so recently on display in the riot at the US Capitol. Get free geopolitical insight delivered to your inbox with the RANE Newsletter. Sign up today!

In this RANE Insights on Security with Brian Lynch podcast, the discussion turns to the 5 rules of self-protection. From the pandemic to summer social justice marches - some of turned into riots - to the riot at the US Capitol - which prompted danger warnings throughout the US - the United States is in the midst of an unusually volatile period. RANE founder David Lawrence speaks to executive director of safety and security, Brian Lynch about what to do should YOU find yourself in a situation that is escalating quickly out of control. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Whether they are physical, digital or other complicated risks, our teams help yours manage risk with critical insights and expertise to manage better outcomes. Join us at ranenetwork.com.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Matthew Bey, RANE's Senior Global analyst. In the wake of the attacks on the U.S. Capitol building, President Trump has been banned either temporarily or indefinitely on several social media sites. Meanwhile, Parler, a popular social media platform for right wing groups and Trump supporters, was blocked from Google, Apple and Amazon app stores. Although Democrats have supported those bans, there are first amendment concerns -- and about the power that large U.S. tech firms have consolidated.

The New York Stock Exchange halted trading of three Chinese telecom companies on January 11. American investors will no longer be able to invest in these companies after November 11, 2021. This follows an Executive Order last November, that said U.S. companies investing in Chinese companies are indirectly funding the Chinese military. Also in January, the Trump administration added the Chinese National Offshore Oil Corporation - CNOOC - to a U.S. Pentagon list of companies that are either owned by or controlled by the Chinese military. That will force certain U.S. investors to divest there as well. In response, as Barron's reported. China has issued its own directive "to prevent the U.S. and other foreign governments from adopting unilateral sanctions or applying them against Chinese entities and individuals." On Wall Street, there’s plenty of consternation about what comes next. That’s why RANE founder, David Lawrence, gathered a panel of RANE network experts to discuss best practices. Included are Emily de La Bruyère, co-founder of Horizon Advisory, where she leads the China research team; Chip Poncy, global co-head of the K2 Integrity Financial Crimes Risk Management practice; and Michael T. Gershberg, a corporate partner resident in Fried Frank's Washington, D.C. office, and a member of the International Trade and Investment Practice.

In this RANE Insights on Security with Brian Lynch podcast, the discussion turns to the 5 rules of self-protection. From the pandemic to summer social justice marches - some of turned into riots - to the riot at the US Capitol - which prompted danger warnings throughout the US - the United States is in the midst of an unusually volatile period. RANE founder, David Lawrence, speaks to executive director of safety and security, Brian Lynch, about what to do should YOU find yourself in a situation that is escalating quickly out of control. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Whether they are physical, digital or other complicated risks, our teams help yours manage risk with critical insights and expertise to manage better outcomes. Join us at ranenetwork.com.

In this episode of the the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue hears from Sam Lichtenstein a global security analyst with RANE. The events at the US Capitol the first week of January, 2021 stunned lawmakers, the U.S. public and allies and both allies and opponents around the globe. The events, and the investigations that followed, raised questions about security both domestically and abroad. Listen for important intelligence on the geopolitical implications of the breach.

In this Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue gets a rundown from global security analyst, Thomas Abi-Hanna, on the top terror threats RANE is monitoring in 2021. On the list are the usual suspects, including Al Qaeda and ISIS, however, Abi-Hanna warns that a greater threat to the west is the far-right ideological extremist. Violence by these types of groups and individuals, including anti-government extremists, pose a more direct security risk to the West than any jihadist groups.

Not surprisingly, there have been some bumps in the road regarding early coronavirus vaccines. From logistical issues to communication, states in the US and countries around the world will have to adjust their efforts to get enough vaccines to the right people. In this podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence speaks with Drs. Fred Southwick (an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine) and Bill Lang (an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics) for context and guidance. GET CRITICAL INFORMATION ON THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC DELIVERED DAILY. Subscribe to RANE’s COVID-19 Solution. Track key developments around the virus’s transmission, economic and operational impacts with critical news, analysis, and commentary to help formulate your own policies, procedures, and response plans. Additional reading: https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/tnyradiohour/segments/why-new-variant-coronavirus-so-concerning

Not surprisingly, there have been some bumps in the road regarding early coronavirus vaccines. From logistical issues to communication, states in the US and countries around the world will have to adjust their efforts to get enough vaccines to the right people. In this podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence speaks with Drs. Fred Southwick (an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine) and Bill Lang (an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics) for context and guidance. GET CRITICAL INFORMATION ON THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC DELIVERED DAILY. Subscribe to RANE’s COVID-19 Solution. Track key developments around the virus’s transmission, economic and operational impacts with critical news, analysis, and commentary to help formulate your own policies, procedures, and response plans. Additional reading: https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/tnyradiohour/segments/why-new-variant-coronavirus-so-concerning

Not surprisingly, there have been some bumps in the road regarding early coronavirus vaccines. From logistical issues to communication, states in the US and countries around the world will have to adjust their efforts to get enough vaccines to the right people. In this podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence speaks with Drs. Fred Southwick (an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine) and Bill Lang (an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics) for context and guidance.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue chats with Emily Hawthorne, Middle East and North Africa analyst for RANE. The topic? After a three and a half year freeze out, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries are lifting an air and sea embargo against Qatar. This after concerted US efforts to ease tensions. But what does this mean, exactly? Listen in to find out.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with RANE global security analyst, Thomas Abi-Hanna. With the dawning of a new year, businesses across the globe may take time to reassess their geopolitical, physical, and financial security. Also on the list of risk? Economic espionage. In the past few years the number of cyber crimes has ballooned. What’s in the outlook for 2021? Listen. Not ready to subscribe to RANE Worldview? Sign up for the FREE RANE newsletter today!

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Middle East and North Africa analyst, Emily Hawthorne. The relationship between the United States and Egypt is poised - like many others - to change under the Biden Administration. How much and in which direction remain the questions. Will security trump human rights? Listen now to find out.

In this episode of the Pen and Sword podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Best-selling author, Brad Taylor. Taylor's new book, American Traitor, takes place amid China’s multi-pronged plan to increase its dominance in the world. Taylor and Donahue discuss great power competition between the US and China, as well as how the author incorporates real-life geopolitics into his thrilling Pike Logan series.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, we look at the forecast for the U.S.-Mexico border in 2021. The U.S.- Mexico border has been a source of geopolitical tension for decades. In the midst of a pandemic and contentious US presidential election, it was easy to forget that the reigning crisis of the day just 18 months ago (summer, 2019) was the US/Mexico border. What’s the status of the US/Mexico border now? Emily Donahue speaks with Ben West, RANE's senior global analyst.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast, Emily Donahue speaks to RANE's Senior VP of Strategic Analysis, Rodger Baker. Much commentary has been shared about how US policies will change under President-elect Joe Biden. Especially how the US Chia relationship will change - if at all. Baker suggests looking to China for its priorities is also important. If you like to take a peek at the RANE 2021 annual forecast and other geopolitical intelligence from RANE, sign up for our free newsletter at worldview.stratfor.com.

As the end of the year approaches, many people are saying they’re glad to see the end of 2020 - a tumultuous year by any measure. In this podcast, RANE Founder, David Lawrence discusses the mental health impacts of the pandemic with Dr. Vic Schwartz, Director at Mind Strategies, and hears best practices for getting through the holidays - traditionally a challenging time of year for many people struggling with mental health issues - in year that has been hard on everyone.

As the end of the year approaches, many people are saying they’re glad to see the end of 2020 - a tumultuous year by any measure. In this podcast, RANE Founder, David Lawrence discusses the mental health impacts of the pandemic with Dr. Vic Schwartz, Director at Mind Strategies, and hears best practices for getting through the holidays - traditionally a challenging time of year for many people struggling with mental health issues - in year that has been hard on everyone. Some resources for anyone struggling right now: The National Institute of Mental Health COVID-19 Resources CDC Guideline on COVID-19 Stress or Anxiety Mental Health America COVID-19 resources Clay Center for Healthy Young Minds The Child Mind Institute Vibrant Emotional Health Resources National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

In this episode of the RANE Insights on COVID-19 podcast, the conversation turns to a reportedly highly contagious strain of the coronavirus. With the end of the year nearing, and vaccines being rolled out across the globe, the new strain isolated in the UK has many people concerned. For guidance, RANE Founder David Lawrence, turned to Dr. Bill Lang and Dr. Fred Southwick to find out about this latest mutation and how public health experts are handling it.

In RANE's its 2021 annual report, our analysts identify several key tensions that will drive geopolitics in the coming year. One major player in those tensions? Turkey. RANE Middle East and North Africa analyst Ryan Bohl writes that new US sanctions on Turkey risk more than money. Sign up for the RANE Worldview newsletter! It's free, and gives you an exclusive peek at our 2021 forecast and other important geopolitical intelligence. Plan your future now.

In this episode of the RANE Insights on COVID-19 podcast, the conversation turns to a reportedly highly contagious strain of the coronavirus. With the end of the year nearing, and vaccines being rolled out across the globe, the new strain isolated in the UK has many people concerned. For guidance, RANE Founder David Lawrence, turned to Dr. Bill Lang and Dr. Fred Southwick to find out about this latest mutation and how public health experts are handling it.

In this episode of the RANE Insights podcast on COVID-19, RANE Founder David Lawrence, talks to Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick about some questions that people are asking about how and where they can get a vaccine, as well as staying vigilant over the holidays. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. You can get critical information on the COVID-19 vaccine direct to your inbox. Track key virus developments with news, analysis, and commentary to help you formulate your own policies, procedures, and plans. Sign up today at ranenetwork.com

In this episode of the RANE Insights podcast on COVID-19, RANE Founder David Lawrence, talks to Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick about some questions that people are asking about how and where they can get a vaccine, as well as staying vigilant over the holidays. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. You can get critical information on the COVID-19 vaccine direct to your inbox. Track key virus developments with news, analysis, and commentary to help you formulate your own policies, procedures, and plans. Sign up today at ranenetwork.com

As recent nation-state hacks of SolarWinds and other businesses demonstrate, cybersecurity will remain a major consideration and geopolitical storyline for businesses going forward. But this kind of action isn’t new. It just keeps transforming. In this episode, Brian speaks with Matt Bogaard, founder of the Bogaard Group, a security and risk advisory firm, about 5 topics businesses need to focus on when it comes to security. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Whether they are physical, digital or complicated risks, our teams help yours manage risk with critical insights and expertise to manage better outcomes. Join us today at ranetwork.com.

As recent nation-state hacks of SolarWinds and other businesses demonstrate, cybersecurity will remain a major consideration and geopolitical storyline for businesses going forward. But this kind of action isn’t new. It just keeps transforming. In this episode, Brian Lynch speaks with Matt Bogaard, founder of the Bogaard Group, a security and risk advisory firm, about 5 topics businesses need to focus on when it comes to security. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the noise to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Whether they are physical, digital or complicated risks, our teams help yours manage risk with critical insights and expertise to manage better outcomes. Join us today at ranenetwork.com.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks to Adrianio Bosoni, RANE's senior European analyst. The European Commission and the U.K. government have agreed to continue their free trade negotiations for an unspecified period, even if both admit there are still significant disagreements over issues such as Britain’s future alignment with single market rules, the governance of a trade deal and fishing rights. Bosoni says, obstacles to an agreement remain, among them whether sovereignty (UK) or competition (EU) will prevail. To read all of RANE's security and geopolitical content, please sign up for our free newsletter at https://worldview.stratfor.com/.

In this Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Senior Global Security analyst, Ben West about how nation-state actors can throw geopolitics into turmoil. A recent cyber breach of US federal agencies, through two major cyber security companies, including SolarWinds is an all too familiar example. To read all of RANE's security and geopolitical content, please sign up for our free newsletter at https://worldview.stratfor.com/.

The United States has begun distributing vaccines to front line workers and those most at risk, such as seniors. This, as the the number of cases remains out of control in almost every corner of the nation. In this podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence, Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick discuss the vaccine rollout, why it’s critically important to stay vigilant, keep masks on, avoid crowds and how long it might take to achieve herd immunity. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. You can get critical information on the COVID vaccine direct to your inbox with RANE's COVID Newsletter. Track key virus developments with news, analysis, and commentary to help you formulate your own policies, procedures, and plans. Sign up at ranenetwork.com

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, host Emily Donahue speaks with RANE's Senior Global Economic analyst, Michael Monderer. When the coronavirus pandemic hit at the beginning of 2020, a global recession followed. With a COVID-19 vaccine underway, is a recovery a sure thing? Tune in to find out.

The United States has begun distributing vaccines to front line workers and those most at risk, such as seniors. This, as the the number of cases remains out of control in almost every corner of the nation. In this podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence, Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick discuss the vaccine rollout, why it’s critically important to stay vigilant, keep masks on, avoid crowds and how long it might take to achieve herd immunity. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. You can get critical information on the COVID vaccine direct to your inbox with RANE's COVID Newsletter. Track key virus developments with news, analysis, and commentary to help you formulate your own policies, procedures, and plans. Sign up today at ranenetwork.com.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue chats with Senior Global analyst, Matthew Bey about a new bill in Iran. Iran's parliament recently passed a new bill requiring the country to increase its nuclear activity. This as President-elect Joe Biden appears ready continue a hard line stance against Iran’s nuclear ambitions while taking a new look at the JCPOA.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks to RANE's Asia Pacific analyst, Evan Reese. It is no secret that the relationship between China and Australia seems to get tenser with each passing month. What's behind China's pressure tactics and how long can Australia resist? Learn more about all RANE has to offer on Geopolitical Intelligence here: https://www.ranenetwork.com/rane-worldview.

The United States is poised for its worst COVID peak since the pandemic began. In this podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence, Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick discuss illness and hospitalization rates, details of the vaccine distribution plan and how to stay safe if you are not in the first group to receive the vaccine. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. If you like what you heard today and would like to learn more, visit ranenetwork.com/join.

The United States is poised for its worst COVID peak since the pandemic began. In this podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence, Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick discuss illness and hospitalization rates, details of the vaccine distribution plan and how to stay safe if you are not among the first groups to receive the vaccine. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the noise to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. If you like what you heard today and would like to stay up to date on COVID-19 and our solutions, visit https://go.ranenetwork.com/l/511251/2020-02-14/f6l65r.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Middle East and North Africa analyst Ryan Bohl about signs that a years-long blockade in the Gulf may be about to crack. Recent developments indicate Saudi Arabia appears ready to soften its blockade against Qatar to improve its relationship with the incoming administration of U.S. President-elect Joe Biden. Read more about the geopolitical relationships in the Gulf region. Sign up for our free newsletter at https://worldview.stratfor.com/.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue Speaks to RANE's Senior Global Security analyst Ben West about recent attacks and unrest in Europe and across the Muslim world. An article published by RANE recently pointed out that the attacks are of a pattern of violence associated with the Mohamed cartoon controversy that has recently flared up due to an ongoing trial in Paris. Attacks in September and early October focused on individuals and symbols directly linked to the cartoons, but the target set expanded as initial attacks spawned more violence, along with apparent retaliation to the initial attacks. In Europe, the return of the cartoon controversy comes amid rising concerns over Islamophobia and associated attacks. Verdicts in the trial that began the latest chapter of the controversy are expected in December, potentially providing motivation for even more attacks. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Are you a Business? Learn more about how RANE is helping clients during the coronavirus crisis here: https://www.ranenetwork.com/worldview-subscribe.

In this episode of the Pen and Sword podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Declan Walsh, who served nearly a decade as the chief correspondent in Pakistan for The Guardian and The New York Times, about his new book. In his book, "The Nine Lives of Pakistan: Dispatches from a Precarious State," Walsh describes a fragmented country - once home to great empires and emperors, with traditions old and new. A land of great beauty and culture bound by a religion, struggle, and chaos. It is a powerful book that tries to explain all of those elements through the stories of 9 people whom Walsh encountered during his time there.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue asks RANE's Senior VP of Strategic Analysis, Rodger Baker, about the trade treaty signed by ASEAN nations known as RCEP. Stay informed on this topic and more developments through subscribing to RANE Worldview today: https://www.ranenetwork.com/worldview-subscribe.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with RANE's Senior European Analyst, Adriano Bosoni. The EU budget and the coronavirus relief fund include a mechanism to link the disbursement of money to keep a strong rule of law. Hungary and Poland believe this mechanism will target them specifically. The EU has in recent years questioned some domestic policies in both countries, such as reform of the judiciary and pressure on critical media. This has immediate implications: we are talking about a lot of money, money that countries like Italy and Spain need desperately. So, the most obvious implication is that the longer it takes for this money to be released, the slower the economic recovery in Europe. But there are even deeper implications, as Bosoni explains. To read all of RANE's security and geopolitical content, visit our site now: https://www.ranenetwork.com/solutions/geopolitical-intelligence.

As news of successful vaccine trials raise hope that the global pandemic may be soon under control, coronavirus spikes are benign reported around the country. In this podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence, Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick discuss vaccine roll-outs and temper the good news with caution. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. If you like what you heard today and would like to learn more, visit ranenetwork.com/join.

As news of successful vaccine trials raise hope that the global pandemic may be soon under control, coronavirus spikes are benign reported around the country. In this podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence, Dr. Bill Lang and Dr. Fred Southwick discuss vaccine roll-outs and temper the good news with caution. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the hype to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. If you like what you heard today and would like to learn more, visit https://www.ranenetwork.com/worldview-subscribe.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks to Cesat Martinez, RANE's Latin America analyst. In previous podcasts, we have discussed how US foreign policy under President-elect Joe Biden will differ from that under Donald trump. If you liked what you heard here, get more of RANE's Geopolitical Intelligence Forecasting on Latin America on RANE Worldview today! https://www.ranenetwork.com/worldview-subscribe.

U.S. President Donald Trump recently issued an executive order stating that China is exploiting US capital investments to fund its military growth and ambitions. The order - which goes into effect in January 2021 - bans any transaction in publicly traded securities that the US finds could support the Chinese military industrial complex. In this podcast, RANE founder David Lawrence speaks with Emily de la Bruyere and Nathan Picarsic of Horizon Advisory about what impact the order could have on US financial services. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the noise to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. Learn how RANE is helping clients navigate a new administration and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic here: https://www.ranenetwork.com/.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks with Middle East and North Africa analyst, Ryan Bohl. How will a presidency under Joe Biden differ from US positions on global geopolitics under President Donald Trump? And how will relationships with Middle East nations, particularly Israel, change? To read all of RANE's security and geopolitical content, consider joining the largest community of risk professionals now at https://www.ranenetwork.com/worldview-subscribe.

In today’s podcast, RANE Founder David Lawrence catches up with Dr. Bill Lang and Dr Fred Southwick about the latest in vaccine news and reminders for best practices amid an uncontrolled spike in cases. Fred Southwick is an infectious disease specialist at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Bill Lang is an expert in public health responses to biological incidents, including pandemics. Individuals and organizations turn to RANE, for risk intelligence that cuts through the noise to focus on what they need to know, what to expect, and what to do. If you like what you heard today and would like to learn more, visit https://www.ranenetwork.com/worldview-subscribe.

The most recent flare up of the decades-old border tension between Armenia and Azerbaijan in Nagorno-Karabakh - as well as a recently negotiated - if problematic - peace agreement - is a prime example of how local competitions are growing more complex in a multi-polar world. In this episode of the the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Rodger Baker, Senior Vice President for Strategic Analysis at RANE, looks deeper at the concept of “squeezed states with Dr. Zurab Khonelidze, the Rector of Sokhumi State University, located in the South Caucasus nation of Georgia and Lasha Kasradze, the US Liaison Officer for the University. Kasradze translated for Dr. Khonelidze and added his own insights. Learn more about RANE's intelligence and forecasting now at https://www.ranenetwork.com/products/risk-intelligence.

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from RANE, Emily Donahue speaks to Middle East and North Africa analyst, Emily Hawthorne. The topic? The slow and consistent slide of the Turkish lira and President Erdogan's recent cabinet shakeup in response. Will it work? and why does it matter both inside and outside of Turkey? You can learn more about RANE's intelligence and forecasting on the Middle East here https://www.ranenetwork.com/products/risk-intelligence.