What does the G20 represent to Brazil?
The G20 Leaders’ Summit is scheduled to take place on November 18 and 19 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Nearly a month away from the…
BRICS to BRICSTANS: New Global Prosperity Wisdom
New Wisdom: How can BRICS lead today’s largest economic group of nations, with the largest populations, lands, resources, and intricate ethno-diversity, on a new path…
Unlocking Soft Power Potential: Kazakhstan’s Creative Economy as a Tool to Global Recognition
In the 2024 Brand Finance Global Soft Power Index, Kazakhstan ranked 80th, demonstrating a significant level of soft power influence. In contrast, other Central Asian…
China’s Strategy for the Middle East leaves it Facing Several Difficult Dilemmas
Until the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 last year, an Israel-China trade relationship, particularly across sectors like advanced technology, seemed to be fast…
Asset Price Boom and Turkey’s Illusion of Prosperity
In 2023, Turkey emerged as the frontrunner in the surge of ultra-rich people worldwide, according to a report by Knight Frank, a U.K.-based real estate…
The Shadow Army: Private Military Companies and Their Impact on Modern Defense Policy
Private Military Companies (PMCs) have evolved from niche service providers to influential players in modern warfare. Governments and organizations increasingly rely on these contractors to…
UAE Cybersecurity MoU:A forward-thinking move
Edge entity ORYXLABS recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Cyber Security Council at GITEX Global 2024. It is, after all a…
Africa’s Development Uncertainty – Modern Diplomacy
In this insightful interview, Architect Eric Eyutchae, National Vice President of Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF), an Enugu-based socio-political organization which focuses on the development of…
U.S. Presidential Election 2024: A Defining Moment for International Diplomacy and Global Stability
The upcoming U.S. presidential election presents a pivotal moment for international diplomacy and global stability. As the world grapples with multifaceted challenges—ranging from geopolitical tensions…
Cyber Diplomacy: Rethinking Statecraft in the Digital Era
Traditionally, states were the exclusive wielders of diplomatic capability. In kingdoms and empires, envoys and missionaries transmitted the resolve of their sovereigns, communicating with allies,…
My neighbours HATE haunted house full of ‘dead bodies’ on my front garden – they say kids are terrified but I don’t care – The Sun
A MAN says his neighbours hate the haunted house full of "dead bodies" in his front garden - but he doesn't care.Rob Amey began the…
Column: I’m also sick of discussing Trump’s madness. But we have to
Donald Trump’s cognitive decline has a soundtrack. It includes the Village People’s “YMCA.,” Guns N’ Roses’ “November Rain,” and Elvis Presley’s “An American Trilogy.” Don’t…
Switzerland’s New Foreign Policy Strategy for 2024-2027
Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country famous for its mountains, clocks and food, especially chocolates and cheese. However, it plays a significant role in…
Economic Sanctions: A Tool for Peace or a Catalyst for Conflict?
Economic sanctions have long been hailed as a peaceful substitute for military action, an efficient way of forcing countries to abide by international standards without…
World Bank & Pandora’s Box
Just like a life-size mirror is needed to fight obesity, a spectacular opening of Pandora’s Box is required to figure out why over 100 free…
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and PM Abiy Ahmed Ali: The Anatomy of the Conflict
The relationship between the Ethiopian Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed Ali, and the newly reelected president of the Federal Government of Somalia on May 15th, 2022,…
United States Elections and Middle East Turmoil: A New Era Emerges
The historians are sharpening their pens to write new history about the world’s politics. New patterns are emerging that could challenge the existing status quo or lead…
Democratic Backlash in South Asia
South Asia, home to over 1.8 billion people and a diverse array of cultures, religions, and political systems, has long been viewed as a region…
Lukas Dostal backs Ducks to season-opening shutout win over Sharks
SAN JOSE — Isac Lundestrom’s goal midway through the third period broke a scoreless tie and sent the Ducks on their way to a 2-0 season-opening…
Israel at ‘Seven-front’ War: Ramifications for the Middle East
Almost one year of Hamar-Israel’s local conflict has now evolved into a multi-front war. In the words of Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel is facing…