The Dawn of Britain’s Post-Brexit Journey
The UK may never fully distance itself from the events of Brexit in the eyes of Europe and the world, but under Keir Starmer, it must try.
Beyond Borders: Applying Modern Conflict Laws as Framework for Outer Space Governance
The modern laws of armed conflict (LOAC) offer a valuable blueprint for developing a robust legal framework for governing activities in outer space.
Drone Swarms: An Asymmetric Game-Changer?
Drone swarms have made the jump from tactical hypothetical to military reality, and warfare will never be the same.
Central Asia: The Once and Future Heart of Eurasia
A confluence of trade and geopolitical issues have endowed Central Asia with its historical diplomatic weight. Local governments must take advantage of the trend by evolving regional institutions that can unite in the face of outside attempts to divide and conquer.
Backgrounder: 2024 Russia-DPRK Pact
The Russia-DPRK pact falls short of being a geopolitical game-changer, but it is reflective of an evolving Asia-Pacific security framework.
Moving Beyond Russian and Armenian Religious Revanchism
It’s time for Yerevan to build a lasting regional peace for the Armenia that is, not the one imagined by the religious authorities.
To Beat Populism, the EU Must Get Strategic on Trade
The new EU mandate needs ambitious trade deals to fuel fair transition and respond to the populist surge.
Russian Economy: Post-Ukraine War Sanctions and the Energy Sector
The Russian economy, supported by its energy sector, has successfully weathered the brunt of Western sanctions so far. But this resilience is predicated on China’s unwavering support and pre-war reserves, both of which are finite.
Russia-North Korea Relations: A Deepening Strategic Alliance
The latest deepening in Russia-North Korea relations has the potential to reshuffle the security framework in the Asia-Pacific region.
NATO Plays It Safe on Next Secretary General
In picking the next NATO secretary general, the alliance had an opportunity to align its moral and strategic centers along its eastern flank. Unfortunately, it opted for the safer route of a Western European leader.