Quad and the strategic predicament of Delhi
The recently concluded multilateral maritime Malabar exercise among Quad countries (India, USA, Japan, and Australia) again comes up with a strong commitment to enhancing synergy, interoperability,…
USA Today latest newspaper to withhold presidential endorsement
USA Today and owner Gannett, the nation's largest newspaper chain, announced Tuesday it would not endorse either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump for president. USA…
Soft Power and Great Power Competition: Shifting the Sand in the Balance of Power Between the US and China -Book Review
The twenty-first century is witnessing a change in global power structure marked by peaceful rise of China, resurgence of Russia and America’s intent to retain…
The High Stakes of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election: Policy, Power, and Progress
The 2024 U.S. Presidential election is a decisive moment, with far-reaching implications for the nation’s future. At its core, this election is a battle over…
Shigeru Ishiba calls for ‘Asian NATO’. Has the new Japanese PM grossly misread war in Ukraine?
As the war in Ukraine entered its third year, experts in Europe feared a dark future for the region with the prospect of a protracted…
New round of Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha
A new series of discussions focused on achieving a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and facilitating the release of hostages held by the Palestinian Hamas…
Unity or Divergence? The Challenges Facing BRICS+ in the Global Arena
BRICS+ refers to the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), along with several other emerging economies expressing interest in joining. As a…
Putin’s Failures, Like Hitler, Come from His Misunderstanding of the Balance of Power
President Vladimir Putin has, most likely due to political caution, not made any detailed public predictions on how and why Russia will win the war…
The Kazan Declaration and BRICS: Redefining Global Power Dynamics
The 16th BRICS Summit, held in Kazan, Russia, marked a turning point in the global order, with the Kazan Declaration serving as a powerful statement…
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…
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…
U.S Presidential Elections 2024: What Trump 2.0 Presidency Could Mean for Pakistan?
As the 2024 U.S Presidential Elections draw closer, all eyes are set on the outcome that will not only define the future trajectory of the…
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…
Europe, brace for a potential Trump return to the White House
There was once a day when the U.S.’s close alliance with Europe, enshrined in NATO, rested on the importance of a collective commitment to democratic…
USA has a new musical capital – and it's not Chicago, San Francisco or New Orleans
Jerry Lawton plugs into the US capital’s reputation for exhilarating live music, with jazz band leader Duke Ellington, soul singer Marvin Gaye and Nirvana and…
The U.S. Election: Why one Must Vote and Two Major Issues
An interesting phenomenon has emerged in the current US presidential election. Quite a few voters do not like either candidate and therefore do not intend…
The Gulf Monarchies and the Multifaceted Security Challenges They Face
In an era defined by both traditional and non-traditional security threats, the Gulf Arab states face an unprecedented matrix of challenges, from Iran’s military and…
From the Eagle’s Grasp into the Bear’s Embrace: Is the U.S. losing Georgia?
The nation of Georgia will hold national elections on the 26th of October, 2024. The Ruling party Georgia Dream (GD) advocates social conservatism and geopolitical…
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…
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…