THE INTERMEDIARY IS THE INFRASTRUCTURE

Frontier Capital, Failed Incentives, and the Architecture the Merchants of Julfа Built
April 07, 2026 Zachariah Zahid

This essay by the Saudi author seems to have nothing to do with the military sphere. However, it is directly related to the defence sector, since without a well-established economy, the state has virtually no chance of ensuring its security. Zacharia Zahid gives an example of building a successful economy in conditions that are largely similar to modern ones – geopolitical turbulence, economic uncertainty, and high risks. And it shows a way out that ensures success for a strategically thinking, long-term planning and devotive actor in a ruthlessly competitive market.

Sources: https://straitis.substack.com/p/the-intermediary-is-the-infrastructure

Published: 10/05/26