Global Political Tensions Escalate Amid Unrest

The International SOS annual Risk Outlook for 2025 highlights a fragmenting world characterized by geopolitical instability, with the U.S.-China rivalry continuing and new power dynamics emerging, particularly with countries like Turkey and Saudi Arabia. Concurrently, global unrest is evident as Ecuador's ex-Vice President survives an assassination attempt in prison, while tensions escalate between Ukraine and Russia due to recent attacks. In South Korea, political turmoil surrounds President Yoon Suk Yeol amidst an internal crisis. The Middle East is marked by intensified Israeli strikes in Gaza, complicating ceasefire negotiations. Additionally, the West faces significant challenges as it grapples with declining global dominance, economic stagnation, and rising populism, leading to greater societal divisions. This broader context underscores the complex interplay of political, social, and economic factors shaping the current global landscape.