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The prospect of Donald Trump’s return to power in January 2025 has ignited heated discussions, especially in relation to his previous stance on Mexico and drug cartels.In the months following his...
View ArticleThe Politics of China’s Global Civilization Initiative
China’s Global Civilization Initiative, as articulated through its 14th Five-Year Plan and 2035 Long-Term Strategy, represents a profound shift in global politics. It emphasizes a vision of...
View ArticlePakistan’s Strategic Leverage and Afghanistan’s Pinpoints
In the complex geopolitical landscape of South Asia, Afghanistan remains inextricably linked to Pakistan, particularly following the rise of the Taliban to power in Kabul. Pro-Taliban elements,...
View ArticleSpying in South Asia: Britain, The United States and India’s Secret Cold War...
Paul McGarr’s book Spying in South Asia: Britain, The United States, and India’s Secret Cold War focuses on the development of the febrile intelligence interaction between India, the United States of...
View ArticleBrazil’s BRICS Chairmanship: Building Multipolar World Remains Key Challenge
For the fourth time, Brazil, the only South American member, has taken over the BRICS+ chairmanship, pledging the dynamics steps to pursue and coordinate the emerging tasks outlined in the 16th Kazan...
View ArticleGermany And France: Twin Pillars or Twin Liabilities for the EU?
Abstract: In the past, Germany and France have been the economic and political cornerstones of the European Union, driving much of its growth and integration. Today, things have changed, and both...
View ArticleThe Influence on European Union Politics of China’s Expanding Digital Presence
During the past three decades, China has emerged as a dominant power in digital technology, including in the development and application of cyber technology.i As global economic and military affairs...
View ArticleGeopolitics of South Asia: China-Pakistan Friction, Evolving US-India...
South Asia has emerged as a critical hotspot for global geopolitics, with shifting alliances and rivalries shaping the region’s strategic environment. Recently, three key dynamics dominate the...
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