During the launch of CUTS International's Geoeconomic Monograph Series webinar, Pradeep S Mehta emphasized that the traditional separation between economics and strategy has collapsed in the 21st century. He noted the urgency of addressing the fraying multilateral trading system, with the WTO Appellate Body paralyzed and unilateral tariff measures becoming prevalent. The webinar featured discussions on significant geoeconomic challenges, including the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which aims to shift Africa towards industrialization and strategic autonomy, potentially increasing intra-African exports from 17% to 52% by 2040. Experts also highlighted the BBIN framework for cross-border electricity trade among Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, and Nepal, which could significantly boost Nepal's GDP. Additionally, Taiwan's semiconductor industry, which dominates 76.3% of the global foundry market, faces challenges that require urgent attention to maintain its resilience. The G-SAGE series aims to provide a platform for emerging scholars and experts to analyze geoeconomic issues and develop actionable strategies for developing countries.