Scenarios about 'resource nationalism'
Resource nationalism refers to government policies that assert control over natural resources within their territories, often through nationalization, increased taxation, or restrictions on foreign ownership. This approach gained prominence in the mid-20th century as newly independent nations sought economic sovereignty over valuable commodities like oil, minerals, and natural gas. In alternate history scenarios, different manifestations of resource nationalism can dramatically alter global power dynamics, economic development patterns, and international conflicts over strategic materials.
What If OPEC Was Never Formed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where oil-producing nations failed to unite in 1960, dramatically reshaping global energy politics, economic development, and international relations throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.