Geir Lundestad
Geir Lundestad is a Norwegian historian and former director of the Norwegian Nobel Institute, known for his expertise in international relations and the history of the Nobel Peace Prize. He has written extensively on the impact of the U.S. and NATO on global politics, and his concept of 'empire by invitation' highlights the collaborative nature of American military presence in Europe. Lundestad's work often explores the balance between American hegemony and international stability, making him a significant voice in discussions about global order and diplomacy.
Born on Jan 01, 1945 (81 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 44,444 | $1,400,000 | 1,331$ |
| Totals | 1 | 46,754,778 | 44,444 | $1,400,000 | 1,331$ |
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Recent Mentions
Spain:
Geir Lundestad was the director of the Nobel Institute in 2010 when it was targeted by several cyberattacks after awarding the recognition to Liu Xiaobo.
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France:
Geir Lundestad described the post-1945 relationship between the US and Europe as an 'empire by invitation'.
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France:
Historian Geir Lundestad describes the Cold War period as a time of division between two empires.
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Norway:
Historian Geir Lundestad emphasized that betting against the USA has led to losses over the past 150 years.
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Liechtenstein:
Geir Lundestad referred to the American military diplomacy as 'empire by invitation'.
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