Taliban Infighting Opens the Door for ISIS in Afghanistan
Taliban infighting following the death of Mullah Omar is giving Islamic State an opportunity to expand its presence in Afghanistan.
Abe Moves A Step Closer to Constitutional Reform in Japan
The Liberal Democratic Party’s recent victory has brought the controversial topic of constitutional reform in Japan into the political spotlight once again.
North Korea’s Latest Outburst: Business as Usual or Game-changer?
Inter-Korean relations are once again on a downward spiral, but will this time be different?
Japan’s Population Hits Tipping Point
Japan’s demographic decline is all but assured, and it will bring economic headwinds for decades to come.
Iran Could Change the Face of OPEC
Just as OPEC lost control over global oil production with increased production, technology, and innovation from the US in 2011, Saudi Arabia stands to lose its control over OPEC as Iran’s oil & gas industry opens up to foreign investment.
Islamic State’s Latest India Video Smacks of Desperation
By adopting India-centric themes for the first time in an Indian video release, Islamic State is betraying its own desperation to gain a foothold on the Indian subcontinent.
Tunisia’s Economic and Security Challenges Mount
Tunisia is the one success story of the Arab Spring, but it might not remain that way forever.
Outlook 2017: The Syrian Civil War
2016 ended with a major victory for government forces in Aleppo. Will 2017 be the year that the Syrian civil war draws to a close?
Israel’s Ground Offensive in Gaza: A Case of Misplaced Objectives?
Will this military offensive contribute to the final puzzle in the region - peace between Israel and Palestine, and a viable two-state solution?
Putin’s Endgame in Ukraine
An assessment of Putin’s Ukraine strategy does not point to any quick resolution of the current conflict.