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In this conversation, Anthony and Parag Khanna discuss the concept of the 'Periodic Table of States,' which categorizes countries based on their stability and governance. Parag emphasizes the need for a balance between democracy and effective governance. They explore the philosophical debate surrounding democracy and authoritarianism, the role of technology in governance, and the potential of blockchain to enhance global mobility and economic growth.
Read Parag's latest thoughts in Foreign Policy: https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/13/periodic-table-states-rankings-strength-stability-stateness/?utm_content=gifting&tpcc=gifting_article&gifting_article=cGVyaW9kaWMtdGFibGUtc3RhdGVzLXJhbmtpbmdzLXN0cmVuZ3RoLXN0YWJpbGl0eS1zdGF0ZW5lc3M=&pid=OC20506955
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In this conversation, Anthony and Parag Khanna discuss the concept of the 'Periodic Table of States,' which categorizes countries based on their stability and governance. Parag emphasizes the need for a balance between democracy and effective governance. They explore the philosophical debate surrounding democracy and authoritarianism, the role of technology in governance, and the potential of blockchain to enhance global mobility and economic growth.
Read Parag's latest thoughts in Foreign Policy: https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/13/periodic-table-states-rankings-strength-stability-stateness/?utm_content=gifting&tpcc=gifting_article&gifting_article=cGVyaW9kaWMtdGFibGUtc3RhdGVzLXJhbmtpbmdzLXN0cmVuZ3RoLXN0YWJpbGl0eS1zdGF0ZW5lc3M=&pid=OC20506955
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