Sri Lanka: Bitter Past to Prosperous Future
The Sri Lankan government’s defeat of the separatist Tamil Tigers in May 2009 only marked the end of the conventional phase of Asia's longest running armed conflict. The biggest postwar challenge has been to provide a negotiated settlement for Sri Lanka’s Tamils. But before the island nation can move toward a future of reconciliation, it must face the truth of its dark past.
While Washington Sleeps, China Continues to Make Inroads in Africa
And the real winner is ultimately the Chinese economy.
Pakistan’s Gwadar Port: Linchpin of the CPEC Corridor
The crown jewel in China’s Belt and Road Initiative, Gwadar port is a potential game-changer for regional trade flows. But the project is not without its risks.
New “Debt Trap” Concerns over China Lending to Africa
Beijing’s critics will be watching for signs of it securing bigger stakes in Belt and Road projects in exchange for debt relief.
Understanding Brazil
In this 45 minute interview, Dr. Ted Hewitt offers critical insight into Brazil’s role in the 21st century and its ascendency to global power. Dr. Hewitt addresses a wide spectrum of issues ranging from the history and shape of Brazilian-Canadian relations to what Canada can learn from Brazil’s technological advancement and expertise.
US and Australia Move to Break China’s Monopoly, Secure Access to Rare Earth Minerals
Rare earth minerals are becoming a consistent theme in US diplomacy and trade policy.
Indonesia Briefing
The following is a brief overview of the historical, political, military, and economic issues that Indonesia faces on the road to becoming a regional power.
FLASH: Merkel’s Future in Question after Coalition Talks Collapse
Coalition talks have collapsed in Germany, setting the stage for a do-or-die electoral rematch for Angela Merkel and the CDU.
China Enlists Academics in South China Sea Propaganda War
Propaganda won’t change ground-level facts in the South China Sea.
Iceland’s Political Identity: Scandinavian or British?
What is it that makes Iceland an exception in Scandinavia?