China’s approach to African Economic Development
The twenty-first century has seen China to emerge as a key player in the global affairs and in particular economic development trend. For sure, China’s…
A New Chapter in the South China Sea Dispute
Amid tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea, a new chapter has emerged in the region following the defense pact between…
Trump’s defeated Republican rivals show united front
One by one, Donald Trump’s defeated rivals for the 2024 Republican nomination took the stage to sing his praises at the party's convention on Tuesday…
Trump Lucky to Survive Shooting – What could be done
What happened at the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has shocked and appalled although even a cursory look at the rhetoric preceding it should have…
Reproductive Violence: Forced Sterilization of Women with Disabilities in Australia
Bodily autonomy is the inherent right of every individual to make decisions about their own body without coercion or violence from others. This right is…
Towards Regional Resurgence: Revitalizing SICA, Decolonization and ASEAN Insights
Latin America has experienced its ups and downs for centuries. Its development tends to take a long time, even after it is free from colonialism.…
Trump to attend Republican National Convention despite injuries
Despite sustaining injuries in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, former U.S. President Donald Trump’s campaign has confirmed that he will still be…
Cosmopolitanism and Global Solidarity in Collective Action for Madagascar’s Famine
The term “cosmopolitanism” finds its roots in the Greek word “kosmopolitês,ˮ meaning “citizen of the world.” Based on this lexical definition, cosmopolitanism is the belief…
New Dynamics of Regional Security: The Potential of the US–Japan–South Korea Defense Pact
The Asia-Pacific region has long been a hub of complex geopolitical dynamics, driven by global power competition, overlapping territorial claims, and maritime security challenges. Countries…
Impacts of Foreign Assistance Cuts on Africa: USAID’s Role and Challenges Ahead
The U.S. House Appropriations Committee, led by Republicans, has proposed an 11% reduction in foreign assistance funding, which includes a substantial $485 million cut from…
Palestinian Reform Redux – Modern Diplomacy
Mark Twain wrote that “history doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes.” Anyone observing the current unraveling in the Israeli-Palestinian arena would grasp Twain’s tragic…
The 2021 Myanmar Coup: Ethnic Conflict, Human Rights Violations, and International Response
The Myanmar Military Coup D’etat that happened on February 1, 2021, has since marked a significant change in the country’s stability and political landscape, overturning…
The Third Plenary Session: A Catalyst for China’s Future
As the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) kicks off in Beijing from July 15-18, the…
AI Governance and Data Management in a Digital Economy
Authors: Tuhu Nugraha and Raditio Ghifiardi* In the rapidly evolving digital economy, the successful implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) hinges on robust data governance and…
Is it illegal to have a barbecue in your front garden? What the law says about BBQs & smoke nuisance
WHEN the sun comes out, there's nothing us Britons love more than firing up the barbecue and cooking up some burgers with friends and family.Read…
Empowering Change: Celebrating the World’s Leading Women Philanthropists
Philanthropy is often associated with transformative impact and social change, and many women worldwide have taken the lead in driving such initiatives. Here, we celebrate…
LAFC prevails over Galaxy in front of 70,000 fans at Rose Bowl
For seven seasons, the Galaxy and LAFC have shared Southern California. But until Thursday they had never played each other while sharing the top spot…
Digital Diplomacy and Conflict: The Israel-Palestine Social Media War
In a world where conflicts are often fought with hashtags as much as with bullets, the Israel-Palestine conflict exemplifies the immense power of social media. …
Reflecting Afghanistan’s Uncertain Future: Past Challenges and Current Realities
The pullout of the international forces from Afghanistan is a turning point inciting a pendulum of instability and having its oscillating impact felt , both…
AGOA and AfCFTA: Unlocking Business Potentials between United States and Africa
United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai will host the 21st U.S.–sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum) in Washington, D.C., from July 24…