From Unipolar to Multipolar: Conflict or Peace?

A new world is emerging and new power blocs are forming. What does this implyfor our future? How are we to understand the current global power dynamics? These questions bring us to examine the notion of the "multipolar" world. In this focused documentary, we carefully unpack the historical and political significance of the terms "multipolar" and "unipolar." We then explore the origins of these concepts in the Cold War era, and the emergence of the United States as a unipolar power. Understanding historical context provides insight into the implications of America's role and position in the world, and whether the emergence of a multipolar world will lead to more conflict or bring global peace. Such are the challenges that face us in the years ahead.