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The U.S.-Indonesia Defense Partnership has now been formalized, with the U.S. even planning to deploy over 17,000 troops to Indonesia under the guise of "exercises and operational cooperation." Indonesia controls the Strait of Malacca, through which over 80% of China's oil imports currently pass. As the U.S. kidnaps Maduro, controls Venezuelan oil, maintains a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, and now prepares to send troops to Indonesia while eyeing the Strait of Malacca, a clear pattern has emerged: this is a war against China and the Multipolar Order. From all indications, we can safely conclude that the U.S. is preparing for World War III.

The US Dollar continues to lose market share: The US Dollar now represents ~46% of global FX and gold reserves, the lowest in at least 26 years. This percentage has declined -15 points since 2017. Excluding gold, the US Dollar makes up 57% of global reserve currencies, the lowest since 1994, according to IMF data. This comes as central banks have aggressively accumulated gold and diversified into other currencies. The last time the US Dollar fell below 50% of global reserves was in 1990-1991, a period marked by elevated inflation, a recession, and a crisis of confidence in the US economy. What is happening here?

South Korea's envoy to Iran represents more than just oil interests. It signals: 1. $150 billion in frozen Iranian assets poised to re-enter the global economy. 2. Seoul's stance against Washington, indicating strains in the US-Asia alliance. 3. Transition to using Won/Yuan for payments, delivering another blow to the Petrodollar. 4. The GCC observes its energy influence diminishing as global relations with Iran stabilize.