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MON · 2026-02-23 · 03:24 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0223-18427
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How can world resist US, China economic coercion? Abraham Newman explains

Abraham Newman, a Georgetown University professor and expert on economic interdependence, discusses the concept of "weaponized interdependence" in a recent interview. His research, detailed in the book *Underground Empire: How America Weaponised the World Economy*, co-authored with Henry Farrell, explores how globalization has reshaped international politics.

Meredith ChenSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-02-23 · 03:24 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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Abraham Newman, a Georgetown University professor and expert on economic interdependence, discusses the concept of "weaponized interdependence" in a recent interview. His research, detailed in the book *Underground Empire: How America Weaponised the World Economy*, co-authored with Henry Farrell, explores how globalization has reshaped international politics. The interview likely delves into how nations can resist economic coercion from major powers like the US and China. Newman's work examines the ways in which economic relationships are strategically used as tools of influence and potential leverage in the global arena. The discussion aims to provide insights into navigating the complexities of a world where economic interdependence can be weaponized.

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The interview discusses the concept of weaponised interdependence.

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Abraham Newman co-authored the book Underground Empire: How America Weaponised the World Economy.

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Abraham Newman's research focuses on economic interdependence and globalisation's impact on international politics.

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Abraham Newman is a professor at Georgetown University.

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Abraham Newman is an American political scientist and a professor in the School of Foreign Service and Department of Government at Georgetown University. His research focuses on the ways in which economic interdependence and globalisation have transformed international politics. Along with Henry Farrell, he is co-author of the book Underground Empire: How America Weaponised the World Economy, published in 2023. In this interview, he discusses how the concept of weaponised interdependence has...
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