# Merriden Varrall: China, Trump & the New World Order.

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Published: 2026-04-13T19:00:00+00:00
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Geopolitics now sits at the centre of business decision-making. My guest is Dr Merriden Varrall , one of Australia’s leading geopolitical analysts and China specialists, and the founder and CEO of Vantage Geopol. Merriden brings a rare combination of academic depth, policy experience, and commercial advisory insight. She has spent nearly a decade living and working in China, held senior roles with the United Nations Development Programme in Beijing, led the East Asia Program at the Lowy Institute, and now advises boards and executives on how global political shifts impact strategy, risk, and long-term investment decisions. In this conversation, we explore: How China actually sees the world — and why Western analysis often gets it wrong The evolution of geopolitics from a fringe issue to a top-three boardroom risk The impact of leadership and political disruption on global stability The fragmentation of the global economic order and the growing importance of energy, climate policy, and critical minerals Practical advice for business leaders navigating geopolitical uncertainty This is a deep and timely discussion on one of the most important forces shaping the global economy — and what it means for decision-makers today. 🔗 Connect with James LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-h-stewart-gaicd-83b46a9 Website: https://jameshstewart.com ⚠️ Disclaimer The information, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guest and are provided for general informational purposes only. They do not constitute financial, legal, investment, or other professional advice. This podcast is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, decision-making in relation to any investment, business, or strategic matter. Listeners should seek appropriat…

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