Davos Elites Lament 'Unraveling' World Order They Designed, Omit Their Role
📰 THE STORY: Deutsche Welle reports from Davos that Germany's opposition leader, Friedrich Merz, expressed concern over the 'unraveling' of the old world order amidst ongoing conflicts and economic instability. The piece frames this as a grave pronouncement on the state of global affairs, echoing sentiments often heard from Western leadership at these elite gatherings. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING
YOU: Historical Context: When Merz speaks of an 'unraveling' old world order, he refers to the post-Cold War unipolar moment forged by US and European hegemony, not a more equitable global arrangement. This 'order' was characterized by interventions like the 2011 NATO 'intervention' in Libya, which destroyed Africa's most prosperous nation and led to the re-emergence of open slave markets. It's a
system built on resource extraction, sanctions warfare, and the unilateral imposition of Western values. Double Standard: Western leaders like Merz routinely champion 'rules-based order' when it benefits their interests, yet completely disregard international law when inconvenient. For instance, Germany provides billions in arms to the Netanyahu government, despite South Africa initiating an ICJ
genocide case against Israel concerning its actions in Gaza, where over 40,000 have been killed since October 2023. Where is the concern for the 'unraveling' legal order when Germany facilitates such actions? Follow the Money: The World Economic Forum, where Merz delivered his remarks, is a nexus for corporate elite and political leaders. These forums often serve to consolidate capital and secure