On the Climate Crisis, We Are All Suffering, But Women from the South Are Suffering More
In the post-Cold War era, as the risk of major armed conflicts and wars between states declined, other threats of a non-war nature began to…
Gaza war calls Middle East de-escalation into question
The jury is out on the degree to which the Gaza war threatens pre-war efforts by Middle Eastern states to freeze their differences and focus…
Unity in Diversity: Navigating Japan-South Korea Shared Values
The tumultuous path of Japan-South Korea relations in the late 2010s and early 2020s carried us through a tumultuous journey of trade conflicts, territorial disputes,…
Korea’s Global Reach: Diplomatic Expansion in 2024
In 2024, South Korea is set to embark on a journey to increase its worldwide presence by building new diplomatic missions in 12 nations. This initiative,…
Netanyahu appears increasingly caught between a rock and a hard place
Controversy over the release of Palestinian tax receipts tests the United States’ ability to pressure Israel and suggests that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s ultra-religious, ultra-conservative…
Is TikTok a National Security Threat?
TikTok poses a national security threat for the United States based on the app’s connection to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the highly advanced…
Dunki: A Critical Take on Migration from the Global South to the Global North
Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki is a comedy-drama film that depicts the struggles and aspirations of four friends from Punjab who want to immigrate to London…
Middle East is at the verge of Volcano-burst
Israel-Palestine war may engulf the entire region. Some of the new developments in the region are very serious and dangerous. Entire world could not stop…
The Importance of Alliance as a Means of Deterrence: Sweden and Finland Decision to Join NATO
Throughout human history, the world has witnessed numerous conflicts, ranging from early humans fighting for survival to contemporary conflicts driven by ideologies and geopolitics. Humans…
Institutionalization of BRICS: From Literature Review to Making Reality
As BRICS becomes more grounded, the question arises as to what kind of institutionalization the group needs to make it more effective and to give…
Beyond Borders and Billionaires at COP28: Rethinking Elite Accountability for Climate Justice
At least of 25% of the billionaires who participated as representatives at COP28 have amassed their wealth through sectors like petrochemicals, mining, and beef production.…
Millions in Ukraine are “paying the highest price for freedom”
A leading Ukrainian human rights lawyer says Russia is “carrying out a systemic transformation of the society.” The co-recipient of the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize…
Sahel: Africa’s Most Crisis-Prone Region
The Sahel is the semi-arid region of Africa, that separates the Sahara Desert to the north and Savannas to the south and stretches from west…
EU Accession Improves Governance: A Path to Progress and Stability
The accession of Central and Eastern European countries to the European Union (EU) has been a transformative force, particularly in reshaping governance standards. While the…
What is China debating? To cooperate with Washington or to prepare for the struggle against US imperialism?
The transformation in America’s attitude towards the People’s Republic of China since the Trump-era has been described as ‘dramatic’ in political circles. In the PRC,…
Managing Cybersecurity Risks Related to AI in Developing Countries: Challenges and Strategies Part I
In today’s digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a crucial component across various sectors, particularly in developing countries that face unique cybersecurity challenges associated…
The Straussian Character of Post-Soviet Russian Statecraft
The behaviour of post-Soviet Russian statecraft is poorly understood in the Western world. Long gone is the age of clever Kremlinologists —men like George Kennan—…
BRICS in Global Financial System: The Need to Level the Playing Field
The nations of BRICS have repeatedly called for the enhancement of their role and status within the current global financial system, which was long overdue.…
Feeding the Future: Rethinking Food Security in a Climate-Altered Landscape
“Amidst the changing tides of our climate, a simmering concern echoes louder than ever: how do we secure our nourishment in a world where the…
EU’s Pivotal Steps Toward Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia: A Personal Perspective on the Region’s Historic Shift
It is impossible for me not to write about Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia and the EU’s decision to bring them closer to Europe. My involvement…