Why choosing sides is out of style – Jorge Heine

Jorge Heine joins Dan Banik to discuss how the Global South is reshaping world politics through a strategy of active non-alignment — refusing to take sides in the U.S.–China rivalry while maximizing national leverage. Drawing on his experiences in South Africa, India, China, and Chile, Heine explains why “playing the field” has become the defining feature of diplomacy in a multipolar world.

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Step into conversations that travel across continents and challenge the way you think about progress. From democracy and inequality to climate resilience and healthcare, Dan Banik explores how societies navigate the complex terrain of democracy, poverty, inequality, and sustainability. Through dialogues with scholars, leaders, and innovators, In Pursuit of Development uncovers how ideas travel, why policies succeed or fail, and what it takes to build a more just and resilient world. Expect sharp insights, candid reflections, and a global perspective that connects local struggles to universal aspirations. Listen, reflect, and be inspired to see global development in a new light. 🎧