Scenarios about 'isolation'
The political, economic, or cultural separation of a nation or region from global affairs and interactions. Historically, isolation policies have been implemented by countries like Tokugawa Japan, Joseon Korea, and Qing China to preserve traditional systems and prevent outside influence. In alternate history scenarios, extended or disrupted periods of isolation can dramatically alter technological development, cultural evolution, and geopolitical power structures.
What If New Zealand Closed Its Borders Permanently After COVID?
Exploring the economic, social, and geopolitical consequences if New Zealand maintained strict border controls indefinitely following the COVID-19 pandemic, transforming into an isolated but self-sufficient nation.