axis of upheaval
The term "axis of upheaval" refers to a coalition of nations working together to challenge and disrupt the existing global order, especially that dominated by Western powers.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)A central point around which significant disruption or major changes occur.
Example
- The financial crisis served as an axis of upheaval for the global economy, causing widespread instability.
C1Geopolitics
(technical, political)A coalition of countries collaborating to challenge and disrupt the current global order, particularly the dominance of Western powers.
Example
- The alliance between China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia is often referred to as the axis of upheaval due to their collective efforts to counter Western influence.
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