Join Us at the 2023 World Economic Conference in Orlando, Florida!

? Dates: November 17, 18, and 19 ? Location: Orlando, Florida, USA (or tune in from home with our virtual ticket options)

Are you ready to unlock the future of economics and finance? Prepare for an unforgettable World Economic Conference experience in sunny Orlando, Florida! This premier event is your gateway to insights, networking, and valuable resources that will supercharge your understanding of the global economy.

?️ What’s Included for In-Person Attendees:

1. Event Admission: Enjoy reserved seating assigned based on the order of ticket sales, ensuring you have a prime view of every presentation.
2. Presentation Slides: Gain access to the presentation slides from all speakers, allowing you to delve deeper into the topics discussed.
3. Video Recording: Can’t make it to a session? No worries! You’ll receive access to video recordings of all conference presentations, so you can catch up at your convenience.
4. WEC Event App: Connect with the conference on a whole new level. Access presentation slides, bonus reports, recordings, and more via the official WEC Event App.
5. Bonus Conference Materials: Get a package of bonus conference-related materials, including exclusive bonus reports and videos (as provided by Martin Armstrong).
6. Morning Information Sessions: Don’t miss out on important morning information sessions, screened on-site in the meeting room on Saturday and Sunday.
7. Networking Opportunities: Exclusive access to the Event App Networking Feature allows you to connect with fellow attendees, both in-person and virtual, fostering valuable professional relationships.
8. Culinary Delights: Savor delicious breakfast and lunch on Saturday and Sunday, prepared to keep you energized throughout the day.
9. Cocktail Reception: Kick off the conference in style at our Friday evening cocktail reception. Meet and mingle with fellow attendees while enjoying refreshing drinks.
10. Swag Bag: As a token of our appreciation, each in-person attendee will receive a swag bag filled with goodies, including an Armstrong Economics notebook, pen, and an event collector’s mug!

Unable to travel? We also have two different ticket options for those wishing to attend virtually! 

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a global gathering of economic and financial minds. Secure your spot at the World Economic Conference in Orlando, Florida, and gain the knowledge, connections, and resources you need to thrive in the world of finance and economics.

Space is limited, so act now and reserve your seat! Visit our Events page to register and join us in sunny Orlando this November.

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The second edition of “The Plot to Seize Russia – The Untold History” is now available for purchase in paperback and hardcover on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. The ebook will be available shortly.

Book description:

“Take care of Russia,” Boris Yeltsin said as he departed his presidency in August 1999. These words were directed at current Russian president, Vladimir Putin. Yeltsin specifically picked Putin as his predecessor to prevent the takeover of Russia.

So, who was Yeltsin warning against? Newly declassified documents from the Clinton Administration prove that there was a plot to rig the Russian election of 2000. These never-before-seen documents confirm numerous attempts to implement pro-Western policies using the Russian oligarchy headed by Boris Berezovsky.

On the other side were the communists who desired a return to the glory days of the Soviet Union. As one of the largest international hedge fund managers, author Martin Armstrong found himself in the middle of perhaps the greatest espionage, or attempt at a regime change for Russia, in modern history.

The Plot to Seize Russia pulls back the curtain to expose the most extraordinary attempt to seize power in modern history, but with the pen rather than armies. These declassified documents reveal a plot that has altered our thinking about the relations between the United States and Russia. The thirst for power comes seething through every line of these papers that alter our perception of reality, change the course of history, and now threaten us with World War III.

According to Ursula von der Leyen’s options paper provided to member states on October 23, Ukraine will need €71.7 billion ($83.2 billion) in 2026. An estimated €51.6 billion ($59.9 billion) will go directly to military needs. The estimate is based on the false assumption that the war will end next year. The price tag for funding Ukraine through 2027 is €135.7 billion on the low end.

The majority will be funneled through the EU’s Ukraine Facility mechanism. “It will now be key to rapidly reach a clear commitment on how to ensure that the necessary funding for Ukraine will be agreed at the next European Council meeting in December,” the European Commission President wrote to the 27 member states. “Clearly, there are no easy options.”

Ursula is not prepared to accept the peace plan. There IS AN OPTION to end this war, but the neocons are currently refusing to surrender. Trump must use America’s NATO status as leverage—end the war or the US will pull out.

“Europe cannot afford paralysis, either by hesitation or by the search for perfect or simple solutions which do not exist,” she stated, ignorant to the fact that Europe’s paralysis has been caused by the EU’s direct actions.

Part of this funding will pay for Ukraine’s government expenses. The EU has Ukraine’s entire government on its payroll. Around €52.3 billion will “stabilize the economy” over the next two years. Forget the fact that the EU has banished tariffs and demoted their own member states on trade.

Brussels is providing three options for indefinite funding.

The first option is voluntary bilateral contributions. Funding by member states would be considered a non-repayable grant incorporated into each nation’s budget. Ursula said that payments must amount to “at least” €90 billion by 2027, again assuming that all of this will end in 2026.

The EU is offering a second option that states member states will simply carry joint debt in legally binding, irrevocable guarantees to borrow. Brussels claims that a nation could opt-out but that would result in other members increasing their contributions. It is highly unlikely that the union would allow this to happen without severe punishments. The interest payment promise is laughable since Ukraine could never repay, and Russia will certainly not be footing the bill.

Brussels sees nations like Belgium and Hungary as a threat to its centralized power. Von der Leyen suggested removing the unanimity rule in order to impose sanctions on Russia without a consensus. She also recommended that Belgium withdraw from its 36-year bilateral investment treaty with Russia.

The third option is a reparations loan that would use frozen Russian assets. Central securities depository Euroclear currently holds 185 billion euros from the Russian Central Bank, and an additional 25 billion euros is held in commercial banks across the EU. This option is a violation of international law. “As this option would be a financially and legally innovative solution, it cannot be discounted that there are potential knock-on effects, including for financial markets,” von der Leyen admitted. “A concerted effort by the Union, and possibly international partners, to counteract such perception (of confiscation) would need to be made.”

Moscow has been patient but firm on recovering its frozen assets. The EU has already pledged a portion of those assets to Ukraine, meaning it no longer exists. Certain members are pledging billions before an agreement has been made while others would like to preserve their sovereignty. This is one massive reason why the EU will crumble and break apart; the euro is a ticking time bomb.

Few Americans approved of the Congressional infighting that led to the longest government shutdown in US history. Each side pointed its finger at the other as the culprit, but what do the American people believe?

CBS conducted a survey at the beginning and end of the shutdown to test sentiment. Over a quarter (27%) felt “relieved” about the government shutdown, optimistic that their party was digging their heels in regardless of the expense to the nation. However, 48% described the shutdown as “frustrating,” with 45% “dissatisfied” by the halt.

Over half of Democratic voters (55%) disapproved of how their party handled the shutdown, with that figure soaring to 60% by the time it ended. Fewer Democrats (54%) blamed Republicans for the shutdown than their own party did.

Not only do Democrats disapprove of how their party handled the matter, but they acknowledge the incident was a lost battle. Only 32% of Democrats believe their party received the “right amount” of results compared to 70% of Republicans, but 55% of Democrats believe their party compromised “too much” in the failed negotiation.

Republicans largely disapproved of the shutdown (54%), but half felt “relieved” that their party went to lengths to avoid adding trillions to the US national debt. Democrats were less likely to see their side’s stipulations as a worthy cause.

This brings us to January, when Congress is set to meet again. The Democrats left negotiations in defeat and are likely to triple down on increased spending, but they’re losing voter support. It would be wise to tune into the wishes of the people they represent, but Congress is not motivated by such trivial matters.

Governments use national security as the premise for increased surveillance. Due to a law passed in April, Canadians visiting the US must submit biometric data in order to enter the US if they wish to stay longer than 29 days. Beginning next month, everyone will be forced to submit their data to the government. We heard from a Canadian WEC guest who was taken aback when asked to submit these forms, as it was not required last year.

The Canadian government may issue an I-94 electronic record to air passengers ahead of arrival if you plan on an extended stay. Visit the US Customs and Border website to determine if you have an I-94 form on file. This form should be valid for the next six months. The rules are a bit stricter for those driving across the border, but it is possible to pre-apply online to avoid waiting at the border. For either method, the US government will require fingerprints and a photograph that will be kept on file.

Those kicking off snowbird season at the start of the conference may have the ability to register with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) by filling out an online form called G-325R. You must provide your US address but this is the only method to avoid submitting biometric data. If you stay in the US for more than 29 days, you will need to resubmit this form to avoid submitting your fingerprints and image.

Beginning December 26, Canadians must submit biometric data when entering and exiting the US. “This technology compares your live facial features with the photo in your travel documents to verify your identity, creating a more seamless, secure, and safer travel experience,” Customs and Border Patrol notes on its website. “CBP is leading the way in innovative identity verification through its use of facial biometric comparison technology. This technology compares your live facial features with the photo in your travel documents to verify your identity, creating a more seamless, secure, and safer travel experience.”

Biometric kiosks are appearing at airports across the globe. Not only will your government have your biometric profile, but EVERY nation you visit will soon have your unique profile on file. You can no longer avoid this process by entering the US by land or sea as border agents will simply not let anyone in unless they surrender their data.

Releasing additional Epstein files to distract the public from the government shutdown has backfired on the Democrats. Email evidence has revealed that Trump’s political opponents utilized Epstein’s blackmail services to destroy the president—in real time.

The latest truth bomb shows that a member of Congress was text messaging Epstein during a February 2019 House Oversight hearing in which Michael Cohen testified about Donald Trump. Democratic Virgin Islands Del. Stacey Plaskett knew that Epstein had information on Michael Cohen, Trump’s attorney, and colluded with Epstein to shape the narrative of the investigation. “Hes [sic] opened the door to questions re who are the other henchmen at trump org,” Epstein messaged Plaskett During the hearing. Plaskett replied, “Yup. Very aware and waiting my turn.”

Epstein listened in and watched a livestream of the hearing to coach Plaskett on how to respond. He jokingly asked her why she was chewing gum, a nod that he was indeed watching in real-time. “Cohen brought up RONA – keeper of the secrets,” Epstein warned. “RONA?? Quick I’m up next is that an acronym. [sic],” Plaskett replied.

Plaskett then used that information to coerce Cohen into providing names. Her messages to Epstein align with the timing she was on the microphone. Epstein’s former properties on Little St. James and Great St. James were in Plaskett’s district and the two had close ties. How many high-profile hearings was Plaskett answering on behalf of Jeffrey Epstein? Epstein was clearly hired by the Democrats to take down Trump.

Six of Epstein’s victims named Plaskett in a November 2023 lawsuit. The congresswoman and others, including former Governors John de Jongh Jr. and Kenneth Mapp, First Lady Cecile de Jongh, Attorney General Vincent Frazer, and Senator Celestino White, were named in the lawsuit and accused of using their political influence to help Epstein Island operate outside of US law. The women believed Epstein was influencing regulatory agencies and law enforcement officials with the help of his Democratic friends. The case against Plaskett was later voluntarily dismissed with prejudice, meaning it cannot be refiled.

How much influence did Jeffrey Epstein have over US politics? Who had him on their payroll? Epstein was a Democrat who made contributions to Democratic candidates. He befriended everyone and anyone with influence and used it to his advantage. No one voted for Jeffrey Epstein to be an elected member of Congress. This scandal is an absolute national embarrassment and those involved must be prosecuted.

Texas is a rising star amid the national capital flight to the south. Alphabet’s Google announced plans to invest $40 billion into two new data centers in Armstrong County and Haskell County. While Google has operated in Texas for over 15 years, the news reaffirms that capital is committed to staying in the Lone Star State.

“This investment will create thousands of jobs, provide skills training to college students and electrical apprentices, and accelerate energy affordability initiatives throughout Texas,” Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai told Reuters. The project is expected to create over 1,700 jobs by 2030. The company will also establish a $30 million Energy Impact Fund to promote renewable energy initiatives.

Governor Greg Abbott praised the investment and deemed Texas the “epicenter of AI development.” AI-focused data centers are specialized facilities designed to handle the high computing, storage, and networking demands of artificial intelligence workloads such as machine learning and deep learning.

Texas offers some of the lowest energy costs in the US, essential for the energy-intensive AI computations, combined with a growing renewable energy sector that supports sustainability goals. The state, most importantly, provides a business-friendly environment with attractive tax incentives, reducing operational expenses, and encouraging tech investment. Business-friendly initiatives have been solidified by updates to the state Constitution, providing companies with security on future investments. Texas also boasts robust infrastructure, including extensive fiber-optic networks and transportation systems, which support reliable, high-speed data connectivity crucial for AI workloads.

Geographically, Texas has the land for scalable operations and is prone to fewer natural disasters. Florida, for example, may be business-friendly, but it is not geographically ideal for these centers. Moreover, Texas has a strong talent pool as it continues to grow into a global financial hub. This deal is a massive win for Texas, which has come out on top amid the infighting and political chaos that is changing the landscape of business throughout the nation.

India has caved to US demands to stop buying Russian oil, allegedly. The White House reported that Prime Minister Narendra Modi committed to halting purchases, but India’s government has not confirmed these claims or made any public declaration.

Indian Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, confirmed India’s commitment to purchase more oil from the US, which will now supply the nation with 10% of all liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports. This marks the first structured contract for US LPG in India. State-owned oil companies have signed a short 1-year deal to import 2.2 million tonnes of LPG from the Gulf Coast.

The deal is mutually beneficial. Hardeep Singh Puri worded the agreement as almost a favor to the US. India does not produce enough petroleum to meet domestic needs and relies heavily on imports. LPG Mont Belvieu is up to 20% cheaper from the US than Saudi Arabia or the UAE. At $673/MT, the US is offering a bargain compared to global prices. LPG can be highly volatile, and many view this as a sign of energy stability from the US. India will still diversify its imports to avoid complete US dependency.

A historic first!

One of the largest and the world’s fastest growing LPG market opens up to the United States.

In our endeavour to provide secure affordable supplies of LPG to the people of India, we have been diversifying our LPG sourcing.

In a significant development,…

— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) November 17, 2025

The US will begin to sanction Russian oil companies Lukoil and Rosneft on November 21, 2025. Reliance Industries and other major state-run Indian companies have sharply increased their purchases of Russian oil in the weeks leading up to sanctions.

US-India trade has been volatile since August, when President Trump placed a 50% tariff on Indian goods, downplaying the nation’s role as a trade partner, and chalking up half of the reciprocal tariff price to India’s reliance on Russian energy. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has attempted to smooth over relations, agreeing to increase US imports in the coming years. “And being close friends, natural partners, our energy security goals will have a very high element of US involvement,” the Indian minister had said.

The BRICS member has been playing a delicate balancing act with the US and Russia since 2022. Perhaps no other nation has profited more from this war in the short term than India, which has used its neutrality to its advantage. It remains to be seen whether India will permanently halt Russian gas imports, but for now, the US is appeased with the current deal.

Ukraine Peace Deal or Get the Hell Out of NATO – Martin Armstrong

One in ten Americans receives food stamp benefits through SNAP. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins believes there needs to be an overhaul of the program to ensure only those in desperate need receive these benefits. The first step will be requiring recipients to reapply for benefits to ensure that those “taking a taxpayer-funded benefit through SNAP or food stamps are vulnerable and they can’t survive without it.”

States are asked to submit their data on welfare recipients to the federal government. There is considerable disarray at the state level, and only 29 states, primarily led by Republicans, have provided the government with updated data. Over 186,000 deceased Americans are currently receiving monthly SNAP benefits based on the limited data. “Now, that is what we’re really going to start clamping down on. Half a million are getting two. But here’s the really stunning thing: This is just data from those 29 mostly red states. Can you imagine when we get our hands on the blue state data, what we’re going to find?” Rollins noted.

SNAP is the largest social support program in the United States, costing the federal government upward of $9 billion per month. Reorganizing SNAP is the first step toward weaning the public off of the welfare state.

Currently, people must reapply for SNAP benefits every 6 to 12 months; however, they are not required to submit a full reapplication. Recipients can simply confirm that they are in the same predicament, and no one follows up. Certain states, like Illinois, California, and New York, work to streamline recertification requirements. Recipients receive a recertification packet in the mail and can complete their interview over the phone or on demand. Some households, especially those receiving SSI, are automatically reenrolled every period with extended recertification periods of up to 36 months.

Individuals and households rarely go through a full reapplication. This is one of the reasons why the welfare state continues to grow and those in the system stay in the system. Those requesting government assistance must now file updated financial information and demonstrate they meet eligibility requirements, including work requirements.

The 21 primarily Democrat-led states refusing to submit data to Washington are extorting taxpayers through a faulty welfare program. Some Democrat-led states have filed lawsuits against the USDA to prevent Washington from accessing this data. These lawmakers claim that reenrollment is too complex for vulnerable populations at-risk of losing these benefits. Every American is responsible for that monthly $9 billion payment. Dead people are receiving checks. People above the income threshold are receiving checks. There is no need to continually expand the size of the welfare state when it can be prevented.

Tehran is at risk of becoming uninhabitable due to a severe drought that has led to a severe water shortage. The drought has been the catalyst to expose decades of government mismanagement that caused Iran’s water supply to run dry. Now, the government is prepared to issue a city-wide evacuation notice in Tehran if the situation worsens.

Rain will not be sufficient to fill the dry reservoir, which was brought about by government mismanagement—farmers protested against the government in 2018 when water levels were low. Protests erupted in 2021 in the southern Khuzestan province as the people blamed the government for water mismanagement. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) controls construction over the main, poorly planned dam, which has resulted in dry rivers and wetlands. Salinity of the water supply has led to a loss of fertile agricultural land. For example, the Govtvand Damn on the Karun River caused saltwater to destroy nearby land over a decade ago, and the situation has not been resolved.

Over 75% of Iran’s land is experiencing groundwater depletion. IRGC-controlled industries receive water as a first priority, and this is used for everything from agriculture to crypto mining. Rural areas are the last to receive water, as it is carefully regulated and rationed by the government. The government has built several new dams with no concern for the ecological implications of diverting water. It is well-known that the nation uses outdated agricultural practices that often require a vast amount of water.

Tehran has no plan; 10 million people are at risk of losing access to water. “In the past, people would go out to the desert to pray for rain,” said Mehdi Chamran, head of Tehran’s City Council, state media reported. “Perhaps we should not neglect that tradition.’”

Some reservoirs have levels below 3% and rain is simply not sufficient to fill these significantly depleted reserves. A massive humanitarian crisis is underway. Where will the millions of water refugees go when their cities become uninhabitable?