In this episode of Battleground: The Big Picture, Roger Moorhouse is joined by Cambridge Professor Brendan Simms, to discuss his latest book, The Return of the Great Powers.
Together, they explore the concept of "great power" through the lens of four core criteria—resources, reach, reputation, and resilience. The conversation examines why the world is shifting back into a multipolar system after decades of post-Cold War unipolarity, assessing the positions of the United States, China, Russia, France, and the UK.
Professor Simms also shares his insights on European complacency, the realities of modern warfare and nuclear deterrence, and why his historical perspective ultimately offers a surprisingly optimistic outlook on the future of the West.
Recommended reading: The Return of the Great Powers by Brendan Simms.
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