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The Impact of Pandemics on the World Power Axis
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: Received: 2 September 2024 / Approved: 3 September 2024 / Online: 3 September 2024 (05:40:12 CEST)
How to cite: Montgomery, R. M. The Impact of Pandemics on the World Power Axis. Preprints 2024, 2024090193. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.0193.v1 Montgomery, R. M. The Impact of Pandemics on the World Power Axis. Preprints 2024, 2024090193. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.0193.v1
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly reshaped global power dynamics, impacting economies, political landscapes, international relations, and technological advancements. Historically, pandemics have acted as catalysts for social and economic transformations, and COVID-19 has followed this pattern by intensifying existing trends and creating new opportunities for power shifts. Economically, the pandemic led to unprecedented disruptions, with East Asian countries demonstrating greater resilience and adaptability compared to Western economies. This has resulted in notable economic power shifts, particularly benefiting China, which experienced a swift recovery. Politically, the pandemic exacerbated geopolitical tensions, notably between the United States and China, while also fostering new forms of international cooperation, such as vaccine diplomacy and multilateral health initiatives. Technologically, the pandemic accelerated digital transformation and innovation in biotechnology, with significant advancements in healthcare systems. Socially, it exposed and exacerbated inequalities, prompting discussions on social justice and healthcare reforms. Environmentally, short-term improvements were observed, but the need for sustainable development and green recovery strategies became evident. This article examines these shifts, highlighting the interconnectedness of global challenges and the necessity for coordinated, multilateral responses to build a more equitable and sustainable future.
Keywords
COVID-19 pandemic; global power dynamics; economic shifts; political influence; international cooperation; technological advancements; social inequality; environmental sustainability
Subject
Business, Economics and Management, Economics
Copyright: This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
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