Elbit Systems Scandal Forces Hard Choices on Danish Government
The Danish government is being forced to choose between keeping its squeak-clean reputation and acquiring the world’s best killing machines.
The Three Fronts of The Neo-Cold War
The regional front lines of a new era of global conflict are solidifying in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific.
Embarrassed Silence in Berlin as Qatar Plays Both Sides on Hamas
Berlin continues to walk a diplomatic tightrope between an ally in Israel and German partners like Qatar, who fight against its interests.
Political Discord in the State of Puntland
Political discord in Puntland stands as a reminder of the degree to which tribal politics are ingrained throughout Somalia despite government attempts to democratize political discourse.
Backgrounder: China Economy Year in Review
China’s state authorities are projecting confidence as they hope for a rebound, but the structural contradictions that thwarted economic growth in 2023 still loom large over the year to come.
An Indicted and Isolated Putin Goes for Another Election
One of the few tangible impacts of the ICC indictment is to make it almost necessary that President Putin triumphs in upcoming elections. Luckily for Putin, this won’t prove difficult.
Bracing for Middle East Instability
A whole-of-region approach from Washington and its allies is the only remedy to a Middle East hurdling toward chaos.
Bolivia Aims to Break into Rare Earths Market
Rare earth element mining may bring economic growth to Bolivia, but it’s highly unlikely to break the land-locked country out of its long-term dependence on primary exports.
The Race for Infrastructure Dominance Comes to Africa
Africa is the next market frontier for global infrastructure, and the task of building new bridges, roads, rail, and energy projects is increasingly falling to private players.
The Historical Roots and Contemporary Dynamics of Extremism in Pakistan
Examining the historical and geopolitical factors driving increased extremism in Pakistan.