Trump’s Second Term: A Boon for China’s Dominance in Africa?
As the U.S. presidential elections loom, Africa finds itself at a critical juncture, potentially shaped by a second term under Donald Trump. Drawing from the Project 2025 report, a re-elected Trump...
View ArticleNepal-China Border Politics
The historic Nepal and China border is the magnificent Himalaya range, which is perceived as impermeable towers. However, the Himalayan border has ancient passes that act as doorways- that help build...
View ArticleThe US-Mexico Border Water Dispute: A Call for Cooperation Over Conflict
The water dispute along the US-Mexico border is not just a regional issue; it is a microcosm of a global crisis that underscores the pressing need for cooperative and sustainable water management. As...
View ArticleUnending Turmoil in the Red Sea Raises Doubts on China’s Strategy
To date, the Red Sea crisis has incited major economic repercussions for global trade. From what started out as the Houthi rebels threatening Israel’s western allies in support of the Palestinian cause...
View ArticleThe Role of Germany’s Epistemic Community in Driving Colombia’s Development
Colombia is a developing country that is focusing on building recovery from various sectors ranging from infrastructure, human resources, and political systems. However, there is a lack of experts such...
View ArticleDebunking VOA’s Misinformation on Somalia’s Fight Against Extremism
Recent reports, such as the one from VOA titled “Al-Shabab Reverses Somali Force Gains, Is Working With Houthis in Somalia,” paint a misleading picture of the current situation in Somalia. This...
View ArticleZimbabwe-Russia Relations: From Historical Legacies to Contemporary Security...
In June 2022, I authored an article clarifying that the U.S. Office of Security Cooperation in Zambia “is not to be confused with a U.S. military base.” Despite this clarification, questions about...
View ArticleUrsula Von Der Leyen’s Second Term: The Dynamics and Future of the European...
The title Alpha Woman is very fitting to be given to Ursula Von Der Leyen. The former German defense minister won the election for president of the European Commission again in 2024. According to...
View ArticleThe ICC’s Dilemma: Balancing Justice and Perceived Bias in Africa
The International Criminal Court (ICC) was founded with the intention of conducting investigations and imposing sanctions on the most heinous offenses committed on a worldwide scale, ranging from...
View ArticleConstructivism Perspective in International Development Cooperation: The Case...
Constructivism, a significant theoretical perspective in international relations, posits that the international system is not only influenced by material factors such as power and wealth but also by...
View ArticleIs Lebanon Israeli settlers’ next frontier?
Even by Israeli standards, Uri Tzafon (Awaken North) is a far-right fringe group. Amid mounting tension with Lebanese Shiite political group and militia, Hezbollah, along the Lebanon-Israel border, Uri...
View ArticleAnime, I choose you! How Japan has successfully changed its image through the...
Since the release of Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle, a highly anticipated movie from Haikyuu!! franchise, fans flocked the cinema just to get a glimpse of the continuation of an ongoing manga story. In...
View ArticleSocial Media Influencers in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has taken a significant step in regulating the fast-evolving digital landscape by introducing a new law aimed at social media influencers and...
View ArticleU.S. Funding of the IAEA: Benevolent Hegemony or Strategic Self-Interest?
Being the largest donor in an organization is an effort by the US to maintain its influence as a superpower. The US plays this role in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Aside from...
View ArticleThe implementation of sister city cooperation between Denpasar and Perth
This article aims to measure the achievement of the implementation of sister city cooperation between Denpasar and Perth, which has officially collaborated on 14 December 2020. In measuring the...
View ArticlePutin’s Visit to North Korea and Its Impact on Northeast Asia’s Geopolitical...
On June 19, Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Pyongyang for a two-day visit to North Korea. Following this, Putin is also scheduled to visit Vietnam. In the context of Western sanctions...
View ArticleMediterranean migration and its lessons for Europe
Historical flows of refugees and their personal tales are the focus of EU-funded researchers seeking to help countries manage immigration. By Andrew DunneIn June 2007, a boat carrying 28 migrants went...
View ArticleHow European Green Deal is Strengthening EU Foreign Policy
Global warming is an increase in the average temperature of the Earth’s atmosphere. This temperature increase has been going on since the late 19th century. The main cause of global warming is...
View ArticleSomalia and Somaliland: A Complex Relationship in the Horn of Africa
The relationship between Somalia and Somaliland is one of the most intricate and pivotal dynamics in the Horn of Africa. Rooted in historical, political, and economic contexts, the interactions between...
View ArticleParis Poop Protest: A Call to Action Against the Olympics and International Law
French citizens are well-known for their action criticizing the government, as evidenced by the Yellow Vest Protest back in 2018, which erupted after President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to raise...
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