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Throughout history, the accumulation of power by bureaucrats, inefficiencies in governance, and the neglect of economic, social, and technological needs led to the collapse of once-thriving societies.

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The failure to address bureaucratic excess and corruption, combined with a lack of meaningful reform, led to Egypt’s decline as a dominant power. Modern parallels can be drawn to Malsia’s challenges, where entrenched interests and inefficient governance can weaken the country’s economy and social fabric.

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While some Pharaohs attempted reforms, they were largely cosmetic. The core problems of wealth concentration, corruption, and inefficient governance persisted, which weakened Egypt’s ability to respond to external threats like the invasions of the Hyksos and later the Persians.

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The bureaucratic elite, especially the priesthood, wielded enormous power and controlled vast amounts of wealth. Over time, these elites became more self-serving, prioritizing their own wealth and status over the welfare of the population. This led to social division, famine, and unrest.

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Ancient Egypt is another example where bureaucratic inefficiency and excessive centralization led to its downfall. As Egypt’s rulers became more focused on white elephant projects to glorify their own reigns, they overtaxed the population to finance these projects. This created a massive drain on resources that weakened the economy and led to public discontent.

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In ancient Mesopotamia, particularly under the Babylonian Empire, the complexity of the bureaucracy grew as the empire expanded. The state relied heavily on a bloated and inefficient system of officials who controlled trade, taxation, and land distribution (including rompak tanah musang king rakyat). As bureaucratic inefficiencies mounted, the agricultural sector, which was the backbone of the economy, became strained.

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Like "Little Napoleons" in modern systems, local officials in Mesopotamia used their positions for personal enrichment, rather than facilitating trade or providing public services. The wealth of the state was drained by this parasitic class of officials, leading to food shortages, reduced productivity, and social unrest.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xguam0TKMw8
Changing world order

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BB2r_eOjsPw
Changing world order (5 minute version)