Weaponized Economy — How Trade Wars Shape Our Future

What if the most dangerous weapon of the 21st century isn’t a missile, but a spreadsheet?
In an age where military confrontation is too risky, the world’s superpowers have turned to economic warfare — tariffs, sanctions, embargoes, and trade blockades. These tools are subtle, strategic, and often more destructive than bombs. Weaponized Economy by Michael Rodriguez unravels this hidden battlefield, where currencies and commodities become weapons of domination.
📘 What You’ll Discover
- How Napoleon's Continental Blockade paved the way for modern economic sanctions
- Why the Opium Wars were the original blueprint for Western economic conquest
- The true cost of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff and how it led the world into World War II
- Why modern conflicts with China, Russia, and Iran mirror centuries-old economic strategies
- What economic weapons the future may hold — from digital currency wars to green tariffs
🌍 A Global History of Economic Conflict
This book is not just for economists or historians. It's for anyone trying to make sense of the chaotic headlines: US vs. China, Western sanctions on Russia, the rise of BRICS. Rodriguez connects the dots through deep historical insight, showing how today’s economic tensions are echoes of ancient trade rivalries.
👤 About the Author
Michael Rodriguez is a renowned economic analyst and journalist with over 15 years of experience decoding global financial power games. He’s been featured in Foreign Affairs, The Economist, and The Financial Times. His writing combines rigorous research with compelling storytelling that makes complex systems feel personal and urgent.
💬 Reader Reactions
"Gripping, terrifying, and deeply informative. You'll never look at a trade deal the same way again."
"An absolute must-read for anyone who wants to understand the next great power struggle of our time."
🔗 Buy the Book
Don’t wait for the next crisis to understand it. Weaponized Economy is your roadmap to the hidden war shaping tomorrow’s world.