The Euro-Indian Ecosphere

Abstract

This chapter examines the systemic performance of the KSI nations of the Republic of India, the European Union (EU), the Russian Federation, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It summarizes the key systemic priorities and the transformational forces at work in each, as the world evolves into a planetary society. All four KSI nations face significant divisive forces that risk compromising national integrity and stability. Both the EU and the Russian Federation are following a close trajectory that point to stronger cooperation and integration, as they become advanced knowledge societies before 2045. Grave humanitarian, socioeconomic and population challenges in India and Nigeria may require another 60 years before they join the ranks of fully developed knowledge societies. After 2080, India will likely dominate the Euro-Indian ecosphere, as it becomes a global superpower. Moreover, all four KSI nations are at the nexus of emerging an Arab and Central Islamic ecosphere, as well as an African one, the shapes of which will become more evident after 2040. Currently, these regions form a belt of chaos engendering notably high risks of anarchy and continued war conflicts that will likely persist over the coming decades. The years between 2020 and 2080 will be critical for development and peace not only for this ecosphere, but for a habitable and safer planet. Keywords India superpower future · African humanitarian priorities · Transforming the European Union · Transforming India · Transforming Nigeria · Transforming Russia There are four KSI nations in the Euro-Indian ecosphere that will influence the direction and future across Africa, Europe and the nations bordering the Indian Ocean. These include the Republic of India, the European Union (EU), and the Russian Federation, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Their systemic challenges are presented below.