A nova perspective on l’Emperialisme i l’A autonomy
The current turn towards imperialism has generated a duality of emotions in society, with a growing anxiety about possible military and commercial tensions, but also with latent optimism that seeks to turn the crisis into opportunity. In the European context, it has begun to speak of strategic autonomy, where the identification of an external enemy can unite citizens and catalyze a process of political integration that has long been claimed. The separation of American influence can be seen as a step towards emancipation and political maturity.
The oblivion of isolation as a strategy
Historically, the concept of openness has been considered synonymous with progress. The narrative that argues that open societies prosper while the closures are left behind has dominated the last decades. However, the obsession with openness has neglected a fundamental truth: isolation can be a way of strengthening communities and creating more egalitarian environments. From ancient utopias to modern proposals, the ideal of a protected area against external forces has been a constant.
Isolation as a refuge for politics
Politics, in its essence, seeks to create a security space that is protected from the inclement weather. This results in the creation of rules and laws that seek to guarantee peaceful coexistence. The idea that isolation can allow communities to self-organize and bloom without the interference of destabilizing forces is a message that has been forgotten in favor of a constant opening ideal.
The reality of globalization
The current globalization model has shown that the opening of markets has not been accompanied by real democratization. As the historian Quinn Slobodian emphasizes, global institutions have created a governance system that minimizes the influence of national parliaments, leaving economic decisions at the hands of bodies operating outside of democratic control. This has resulted in the protection of the markets that has hurt the policy and the redistribution of wealth.
Future paths for Europe
As the world is fragmented into blocks, Europe faces a crossroads. Perhaps the most worrying scenario is to be trapped under the influences of external powers that exploit their resources. Alternatively, neoliberal logic could be imposed inside, limiting the possibilities of a real change. However, isolation can also open the door to a democratization process that has been claimed for decades, allowing civil society voices to take center stage.
Culture plays a key role in this transition. It is essential to avoid the error of confusing the opening with progress. Instead, it is time to re -evaluate isolation as a tool for democratic empowerment, a way to defend local interests in the face of global market forces. The advance towards a fairer future can come from a return to the roots of that ideal of protected spaces that promote equality and solidarity.