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New Cold War Proxy: Oil, Superpowers & Guyana’s Silent War

13 min · 31. maj 2026
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In this thoughtful episode, we explore one of the most fascinating quiet geopolitical dramas of our time: the Guyana-Venezuela border dispute over the oil-rich Essequibo region. What began as a 19th-century colonial disagreement has been transformed by the discovery of over 11 billion barrels of oil into a modern proxy story involving the United States, China, Russia, and energy security. We dive into the human stories, historical roots, economic miracles, and long-term risks — all told in a calm, storytelling style that reveals why this matters far beyond South America. From sudden wealth and “Dutch Disease” fears to gray-zone military moves and great-power balancing acts, this is a masterclass in how resources shape global power.

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