Sanctions Reshape Global Trade Flows

Economic sanctions are the primary non-kinetic weapon in modern geopolitics, capable of decoupling entire economies from global finance overnight. When major powers impose trade restrictions, global supply chains must reroute, often increasing costs by 15% due to logistical inefficiencies. In 2026, sanctions on technology and energy have forced a massive shift toward "friend-shoring," where nations trade exclusively with politically aligned allies to mitigate structural risks.