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The Great Convergence

Asia, the West, and the Logic of One World

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The Great Convergence

Written by: Kishore Mahbubani
Narrated by: Wes Talbot
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The 21st century has seen a rise in the global middle class that brings an unprecedented convergence of interests and perceptions, cultures and values. Kishore Mahbubani is optimistic. We are creating a new global civilization. Eighty-eight percent of the world's population outside the West is rising to Western living standards, and sharing Western aspirations. Yet Mahbubani, one of the most perceptive global commentators, also warns that a new global order needs new policies and attitudes.

Policymakers all over the world must change their preconceptions and accept that we live in one world. National interests must be balanced with global interests. Power must be shared. The U.S. and Europe must cede some power. China and India, Africa and the Islamic world must be integrated. Mahbubani urges that only through these actions can we create a world that converges benignly. This timely audiobook explains how to move forward and confront many pressing global challenges.

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“Kishore Mahbubani is a thoughtful critic of the West and this audiobook is full of provocations; some right, some wrong, but never boring. Above all, he seeks ways to reconcile the 12 per cent of the world’s population who live in the West with the vast majority who do not. The result is a good and important audio.” (Joseph S. Nye, Distinguished Service Professor, Harvard University, and author of The Future of Power)
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I have enjoyed this clear and well structured view of the world. loved it. Can't wait to read other books by Kishor.

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