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Strategy Simulation Brief. Level Two
Monetary Tides: The Digital Frontier and the Balance of Power.
In the first round of Level Two, we witness the unfolding of significant geopolitical movements that set the stage for further strategic discussions. China has boldly amplified its investments in the Arctic region, underscoring its commitment to develop the Northern Sea Route as a vital trade corridor. This expansion is evidenced by a substantial 50% increase in infrastructure investment, boosting the route’s capacity to accommodate mega vessels and solidifying China’s foothold in the Arctic.
Rules
Think like a National Strategy Expert
Briefing: An urgent NATO summit focuses on Arctic defence strategy amidst geopolitical shifts. As new NATO members join, consensus is key.
Your Role: Act as a NATO ally. Collaborate at your table to form unified decisions on strategic moves.
Consensus Voting: Debate with tablemates and aim for majority agreement on each issue. If deadlocked, submit a “no consensus” vote.
Objective: Unite on strategies to address evolving global threats. Consider immediate and long-term impacts across economic, defence, and diplomatic realms.
Decision Process
Analyse SitReps and newsflashes.
Discuss prompted questions, aided by screen displays and QR-linked resources.
Deliberate for 12 minutes per scenario.
Vote on three strategic responses per scenario.
Outcome: Strategies are evaluated after 60 minutes for their effectiveness in consensus-building and threat management.
Vote on each economic lever using your voting slips which will be collected at the end of the round.