Water Conflict: Violence Breaks Out at Iran-Afghanistan Border
The ongoing Afghanistan-Iran conflict over water rights presents an acute illustration of the intensifying global struggles for resources, exacerbated by climate change and population growth.
Critical Minerals: Global Manganese Supply & Demand
Examining the geopolitical and economic importance of manganese, a lesser-known metal that helps drive modern industry.
Azerbaijan-Israel Relations Shifting the Geopolitics of the Middle East
A common concern over Iranian power has driven Israel and Azerbaijan closer together, with potential geopolitical ramifications for the entire region.
In Gold We Trust: Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Digital Currency
Zimbabwe’s recent foray into digital currencies will be a key reference in the search for modern financial solutions to the various monetary problems plaguing the developing world.
How AI Is Reshaping the World of Intelligence
AI will compliment, not replace, the human intelligence analyst.
Critical Minerals: Global Platinum Supply & Demand
Examining the geoeconomic importance of platinum, and political dynamics within its largest exporter of South Africa.
G7 Provides Common Statement on China, but Challenges Remain
Despite the outward message of unity, at home, many of the G7 members face challenges that threaten to overwhelm efforts to quell turmoil in the Indo-Pacific.
Pakistan, PAFF, & the Politics of G20 in Jammu & Kashmir
Recent terrorist attacks ahead of a proposed G20 summit in Jammu & Kashmir have put India in a quandary.
The Middle East’s Shifting Political Landscape
After over 50 years of US preeminence, the geopolitics of the Middle East are being reset.
Backgrounder: Pakistan’s Civil-Military Crisis
Pakistan’s history is no stranger to military coups; however, the evolving role of the military, the changing public response, and the increasing significance of civilian institutions are pointing to a new dynamic amid the ongoing Khan saga.