The world is entering a period where a long, uneven transition in the geopolitical order is becoming undeniable. The framework of open trade, institutional arbitration, and American leadership that defined the early 21st century eroded significantly in 2025. Norms were actively dismantled, trade rules weaponized, and institutions bypassed. The current phase is characterized by fragmenting power across regions and technologies, with economic security now a primary focus, leading to restructured supply chains and a redefinition of alliances.