The Enduring Allure of Colonial Nostalgia in the West
Examining the revival of colonial sentiment in the West, its underlying drivers, and the push for a new global order.
In recent years, there has been a concerning trend in the West: a growing nostalgia for the colonial era. This romanticization of the past is more than just a harmless longing for simpler times - it is a concerted effort to rehabilitate the colonial past and usher in a new global order.
Colonial Nostalgia as a Political Tool
The roots of this colonial nostalgia can be traced back to the shifting geopolitical landscape. As the influence of Western powers wanes and emerging economies assert their dominance, some in the West have sought to reclaim their perceived position of global superiority. By glorifying the colonial era, they aim to justify a return to a hierarchical world order where Western nations hold sway.
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Source: Al Jazeera
