Monetary Consequences of the Ukraine War
Examining the long-term geoeconomic consequences of the Ukraine war, notably the ongoing viability of the US dollar as global currency and the possibility of a future return to the gold standard.
Taliban Leader Mansour Killed in US Drone Strike
The removal of Taliban leader Mullah Mansour will resonate in the AfPak region for years to come.
Backgrounder: Ukraine Politics
A backgrounder on the internal politics of Ukraine, a country caught in an East-West geopolitical crossfire.
Global Forecast: Brexit Round-Up
Recounting some of the latest economic and political developments in the United Kingdom’s ongoing Brexit process.
Geopolitics of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
Long delayed and ever controversial, the INSTC is a ‘sanctions free’ trade corridor that aims to recalibrate Eurasian trade flows. This backgrounder examines the interests and geopolitics surrounding the project.
“Garbage Warfare” Reflects Growing Instability on Korean Peninsula
Tit-for-tat balloon launches by North and South reinforce the general and ongoing deterioration of inter-Korean relations which has taken hold since the thaw of 2018.
Bolivia Economy on Knife’s Edge ahead of 2025 Polls
Dwindling oil production, exhausted foreign exchange reserves, rising prices, and a failed coup in June all reflect a cascading crisis in the Bolivia economy.
Charting Indonesia’s Post-Jokowi Transition
As the Jokowi era nears an end, Indonesia finds itself at a political and economic crossroads.
Why Does Israel Need F-15EX Fighters?
The overriding use case is to strike at deeper targets in Iran, risking further escalations that would put US interests at risk.
Maritime Cooperative Activity Redrawing South China Sea Battle Lines
Maritime Cooperative Activity naval exercises are rapidly evolving into a platform for regional powers to mutually support each other and bolster international maritime law.