Between Security and Democracy: El Salvador’s Bold Anti-Crime Approach
Many El Salvadorans are celebrating the successes of their country’s heavy-handed approach toward crime; and other governments in the region are starting to take notice.
Why is China Giving Satellites to Egypt?
With ongoing collaborations with developing countries, China is strategically positioning itself as a major player in satellite communication and connectivity worldwide.
New Trade Routes, Old Challenges: India’s Diplomatic Milestone at the G20
The recent G20 summit in New Delhi reveals an evolving global institutional framework that coincides with an increasingly multipolar power distribution.
The Geopolitical and Security Impacts of Seabed Mining
The next battleground for critical minerals and rare earth elements is (very deep) underwater.
Armenia’s Existential Crisis: Understanding the Siege of Artsakh
An emboldened Ilham Aliyev is taking advantage of the Lachin blockade to stoke the flames of prejudice and push Azeri forces into Armenia proper.
US-Vietnam Relations: From Bitter Enemies to Strategic Partners
The evolving, decades-long rapprochement between Hanoi and Washington reflects a bilateral dynamic where the strategic advantages far outweigh the disadvantages for both sides.
Beirut Port Explosion: Subsequent Investigations and Lawsuits
Third in a three-part series examining various efforts to uncover the truth behind the Beirut port explosion.
The End of Bebas Aktif? Indonesia’s Foreign Policy at a Crossroads
Indonesia’s long-standing neutrality hangs in the balance as the country closes in on key elections next year.
Inflation and Capital Flight Hobble Tanzania’s Economy
Tanzania’s struggle with prices and capital flight are not unique and could become increasingly commonplace on a continent home to many similarly vulnerable economies.
Beyond the Battlefield: The Impact of Ukraine’s New Defence Minister
Rustem Umerov, Ukraine’s incoming defence minister, embodies a symbolic significance that transcends the battlefield and speaks to the character of the future Ukrainian state.