Are We Witnessing the End of China’s Rise?
With its monumental shift in global politics and economics, China’s ascent in the global order has been a defining feature for decades. No longer a…
From Asian Spaghetti Bowl to Trump’s Re-election: WTO’s Role in Protecting Global Trade Under Threat
Nearly three decades after its establishment, the World Trade Organization (WTO) finds itself teetering on the brink. The role that the organization played during the…
Russia’s Dynamic Energy Cooperation with Africa
The African continent is one of the fastest growing energy markets in the world. This is due to the growing economic and demographic potential of…
The Cracks in the Gujarat Model: Unemployment, Migration, and a Widening Socio-Economic Divide
For the past few years, Gujarat and its much advertised “Gujarat Model” has drawn considerable criticism because of its inability to address the issue of…
Gods, Gas, and Guns: How Spiritual Diplomacy Can Reclaim Mozambique’s Soul
Mozambique’s crisis demands a paradigm shift, not just in how we understand peacebuilding but in how we conceptualize the state, power, and economy. The proposition…
Why the EU and China will not form a united front against Trump 2.0
On November 9, former World Trade Organization chief Pascal Lamy called on the EU and China to join forces against President-elect Donald Trump’s promised trade…
Gaza war and the Chinese-Russian interest in the Arctic corridor as an alternative to Suez
The most important thing that caught my attention and sparked my analysis as an Egyptian expert in Chinese political affairs was my research into the…
From Trade to Migration: How Latin America Faces the Trump Era Again
Donald Trump’s return to the White House marks a pivotal moment for Latin America, a region historically shaped by its relationship with the United States.…
A Stitch in Time in India’s Overtime laws: Too Little, Too Late?
The Overwork EpidemicIt’s 11 pm on a Monday night, you are most probably cosily tucked in or enjoying a good old movie. But your next-door…
Iran’s Economy: Past the Point of No Return?
Iran’s economy stands at a critical juncture, with external pressures and internal dysfunction pushing it further from recovery. Although the country has demonstrated resilience in…
The opening up of the Chancay Port in Peru and its role in the Chinese Maritime Silk Road
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Peru in Latin America to inaugurate the new Chinese port project in Chansai, north of Lima, Peru, coincided with…
The Federal Reserve System of the USA and the President-Elect Trump
President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House had already suggested major changes for the Federal Reserve. Now, however, an even bigger question is emerging—not…
Hallmark Performance of Pakistan Stock Exchange
In a remarkable turn of events, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has recently witnessed unprecedented growth, culminating in a historic milestone. On November 8, 2024,…
AU Peace Fund: Forging Partnerships for Sustainable Peace Financing in Africa
The African Union is reinforcing its efforts to secure sustainable funding for African-led peace initiatives that drive long-term stability and growth. Recognizing that peace is…
Russia-Africa: Forging Stronger Partnership – Modern Diplomacy
Under the aegis of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and Roscongress, the Russia–Africa Partnership Forum will host its highly anticipated first Ministerial Conference…
Indonesia’s Position in US-China War of Power
A complicated moment in international relations has been created by the geopolitical rivalry between the United States and China in the ASEAN region. Kuik (2020)…
8 OPEC+ members to further extend their voluntary output cuts by a month
Eight member countries of the OPEC+ oil-producing group anounced on Sunday to further extend their voluntary output cuts by a month, pushing the reductions through…
U.S election: a view from across the Pond
The U.S election is just hours away, one which has been described as the closest in history.After months of campaigning and endless debate and speculation,…
A Vision for Smart Cities in the Global South: Indonesia’s Potential Path
Indonesia is at a turning point—a story of struggle poised to become one of triumph. Developing an ideal smart city requires striking a balance between…
Oversupply Could Mute Effects of Wider Middle-East Conflict on Oil Prices
Global commodity prices are set to tumble to a five-year low in 2025 amid an oil glut that is so large that it is likely…