Russia-Africa

Russia’s Grain Diplomacy: A Soft Power Play Amid Africa’s Food Insecurity and Ukraine Conflict

Russia's grain diplomacy with Africa has become a strategic tool of influence. Against the backdrop of the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russia's efforts to supply grains as humanitarian aid to Africa's poorest nations have taken center stage. While these shipments...
Caspian Sea

Rapid Decline of Caspian Sea: An Emerging Geopolitical and Environmental Crisis

The Caspian Sea, the world’s largest inland body of water, is facing a critical and accelerating decline in its water levels, an issue that has reached such alarming proportions that it now threatens not only the environmental stability of the...
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Southeast Asia’s Democratic Dream Deferred: A Decade of False Hope

A decade ago, Southeast Asia seemed poised for democratic transformation, led by three influential figures who were hailed as champions of change: Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi, Cambodia’s Sam Rainsy, and Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim. Their ascent gave rise to optimism...
Arab-Israeli Conflict

Evolving Face of Arab-Israeli Conflict

The Middle East, which erupted nearly a year ago on October 7, 2023, with a devastating Hamas attack and Israel’s subsequent retaliation in Gaza, has once again put the region in global headlines. To many academics, foreign policy experts, and...
Chinese warship fires towards the shore during a military drill near Fuzhou near the Taiwan controlled Matsu Islands that are close to the Chinese coast, China,

Security Concerns in Asia: Issues Related to Terrorism, Military Expansion, and Regional Power Struggles

Asia, the world's largest and most populous continent, is a complex tapestry of diverse cultures, political systems, and economic dynamics. Alongside its rapid economic development, the region faces significant security concerns that threaten its stability. Terrorism, military expansion, and regional...
Economic Policies in Asia

Economic Policies in Asia: Varying Approaches to Capitalism, Socialism, and State-Controlled Economies

Asia is a continent characterized by its vast diversity, not only in culture and history but also in economic systems and policies. The liberal market economies of Japan and South Korea to the state-controlled systems of China and Vietnam, Asia...
Kim Jong Un-Kim Yo Jong, North Korea

Authoritarian Governance in Asia: Centralized Control in China, North Korea, and Myanmar and Its Impact on Regional Politics

Authoritarian governance, characterized by centralized power, strict control over political freedoms, and limited public participation, remains a significant political model in various parts of the world. China, North Korea, and Myanmar are three prominent examples of countries where authoritarian governance...
Economic Disparities in Asia

Economic Disparities in Asia: Inequality Between Different Asian Nations and Within Countries

Economic disparity, or inequality, is a pervasive issue across the globe, and Asia is no exception. In fact, Asia presents a unique and complex case when it comes to economic disparities, given its vast diversity in terms of culture, economic...
Environmental Challenges in Asia

Environmental Challenges in Asia: Pollution, Deforestation, and Climate Change Impacts

Asia, the largest and most populous continent, faces significant environmental challenges that threaten its ecological balance and the well-being of its inhabitants. The rapid economic development and industrialization witnessed in many Asian countries have come at a steep environmental cost....

Ethnic and Religious Conflicts: In countries like Myanmar and India

Ethnic and religious conflicts are some of the most persistent and challenging issues facing modern societies. These conflicts, often deeply rooted in history, culture, and politics, can lead to significant social unrest, violence, and human suffering. Myanmar and India, two...
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