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Mapping the future of countries
TEDGlobal 2009 · 18:53 · Filmed Jul 2009
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Many people think the lines on the map no longer matter, but Parag Khanna says they do. Using maps
of the past and present, he explains the root causes of border conflicts worldwide and proposes simple
yet cunning solutions for each.
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Parag Khanna
Global Theorist; Guest Host at TEDGlobal 2012
Geopolitical expert Parag Khanna foresees a future where American influence is waning, and the new
powerhouses (and threats) may not be the players you'd expect. Full bio
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