BusinessSeptember 4, 2026

geoeconomic

jee-oh-ee-kuh-NAH-mik

Definition

Relating to the influence of economic factors on geography and political decision-making, specifically regarding global power dynamics.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'geo' (earth) and the English 'economic,' the term emerged in the 20th century to describe the fusion of international economics and political geography.

In the news

The author uses this term to describe the high-stakes, competition-driven relationship between the US, EU, and China, where economic dependencies directly influence national security policies.

Access to solar is security. Europe and America should work together

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