The Global Polytunity

In this article, Yuen Yuen Ang introduces the concept of polytunity as a counter-narrative to the prevailing discourse of polycrisis. Rather than viewing overlapping global disruptions as signs of inevitable collapse, Ang argues they present a rare opportunity for systemic transformation. She critiques the Western-centric framing of global challenges and calls for a new paradigm rooted in Adaptive, Inclusive, and Moral (AIM) political economy. Drawing on empirical research and global examples, Ang emphasizes the importance of local agency, ecological stewardship, and intellectual pluralism in shaping a more equitable and resilient future.