What to Expect from China’s New Leadership
Here's what can expect from the new Xi Jinping administration.
Russian Economy Hit by Sanctions, New Rouble Rout
There’s no relief in sight for the long-suffering Russian economy, which is now faced with new sanctions and a renewed currency plunge.
Myanmar: Challenges Ahead as New Parliament Begins Work
After decades of house arrest and a historic election win in 2015, now comes the hard part for Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi.
Legal Ramifications in the Self-Driving Car Era
The advent of self-driving cars will inevitably give rise to difficult legal questions.
Food Security a Concern as Ukraine Crisis Shakes Kazakh Politics
In a recent speech, Kazakh President Tokayev pledged to ensure food security and bring an end to the “super presidency.”
On the Brink of a Canada-EU Trade Deal: A Recap
Now that the Canada-EU free trade agreement is entering the final phase of negotiations, the Harper government finds itself on the brink of accomplishing one of its most important foreign policy goals.
Malabar 2018: Why Is It Important?
Deepening military cooperation was on display in this year’s annual Malabar exercises between India, the United States, and relative newcomer Japan.
G7 Reinvents Itself as Democratic Bulwark in London
The G7’s sprawling new communique portrays the bloc as a democratic bulwark against creeping authoritarianism.
US Election 2016: Geopolitical Cheat Sheet
In the lead-up to the 2016 US presidential election, Geopoliticalmonitor.com is examining the competing platforms and gauging their geopolitical impact in terms of bilateral relations, free trade, security issues, and political risk.
Iran Reform Movement Flexes its Muscles
The political divide in Iranian society has once again made itself known to the world, and all signs are pointing to a long and bloody conflict.