Self-sufficiency is a fundamental human trait but so is trade and interconnection. Is isolationism achievable or an illusion? Greatly anticipating a fascinating conversation with @BenChu_ about his book #ExileEconomics @BuxtonFestival :14 JULY @hhbagencyltd @jazzigmond @aeonmag

Isolationism isn’t new and is fuelled by deep human desires | Aeon Essays Liberal thinkers are shocked that nations are once again isolating from the world. The real surprise would be if they didn’t

... A drive for greater self-sufficiency is a way of thinking that keeps coming back, like a historical El Niño weather pattern.

I give thoughts on the reasons for its enduring appeal, but do let me know your take in the comments or on here...

#ExileEconomics #Autarky

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EXILE ECONOMICS | Linktree by Ben Chu

...And you can order it here 👇

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Exile economics – what happens when globalisation fails 6.30pm Wed 9 July | Ben Chu | Registration Required | Free public event at LSE

Excited to be talking to @richarddavies.bsky.social at the LSE about my new book "Exile Economics: What Happens if Globalisation Fails"

⏱️ 6.30pm to 7.30pm
📅Wednesday 9 July 2025
📍99-101 Aldwych, London

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Sign up here for your free ticket 👇

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Really look forward to talking to @davidheniguk.bsky.social about #ExileEconomics!

Please do come along on 19 June if you can 👇