This week on Exchanges, Merriden Varrall Special Advisor Geopolitics at KPMG South ASPAC and Head of geopolitical insights outfit Vantage Geopol joins us to explore the rise of populism and its far-reaching implications for markets, trade, and institutional trust.We unpack how populism’s anti-establishment sentiment and ‘us versus them’ mentality are driving a new wave of protectionism, reshaping global politics and economic policy. Merriden shares insights into the growing challenges faced by international institutions, and the critical role businesses must play in rebuilding public trust.The exchange also dives into Australia’s position in global trade, what rising populism means for economic diplomacy, and how politics, policy, and perception are converging to define the next era of global cooperation.Follow Merriden here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merriden-varrall-phd-maicd-ab96024/Website: http://www.vantagegeoopl.com/Follow Evan here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lucas-44a25316/Website: www.evanlucas.com.auInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/Chapters00:00 Understanding Populism and Its Impact05:20 The Rise of Protectionism in Global Trade12:02 Challenges for International Institutions17:53 The Role of Business in a Populist Era20:00 Tariffs and Economic Coercion24:42 Strategic Economic Interventions28:06 Future of Politics in a Populist Landscape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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