Diplomacy
China–Vatican Interfaith Dialogue and Track II Diplomacy
China's participation in the Vatican's interfaith dialogue conferences and its use of the Global Civilization Initiative (GCI) rely on well-considered diplomatic, cultural, and political...
Global Clinical Medical Ethics as a Catalytic Model for Diplomatic Relations
This article explores the intersectionality between clinical medical ethics and catalytic approaches for diplomatic relations. Currently, global geopolitical stability is extraordinarily fractured, with active...
Is Japan Actually Breaking Free From the US-China Trap in 2026?
The conventional read of Japan's foreign policy in 2026 is that Tokyo is hedging: carefully managing relationships on multiple fronts in response to an...
The Overlooked Partner: Canada, Jordan, and the Case for Deeper Engagement
Canada’s most prominent Middle East allies have been the Gulf monarchies and Israel. Yet a strategic partner has been overlooked. The Hashemite Kingdom of...
Washington’s New Asian Partner Was Once Its Greatest Defeat
When Vietnam’s top leader, To Lam stood beside Trump at the White House in February 2026, the photograph captured things far beyond diplomatic pragmatism....
Why Growing United States China Cooperation Could Reshape the Global Order
Recent meetings between United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have revived debate about whether the world is moving toward a...
Russia Deepens Engagement With Afghan Taliban Through “Full Partnership” Strategy
Russia has announced that it is building a “full fledged partnership” with Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban authorities, marking a significant shift in regional diplomacy.
The announcement...
Turkey and Armenia Ease Trade Barriers in Step Toward Regional Normalisation
Turkey has taken a significant step toward normalising relations with Armenia by lifting certain customs restrictions, opening the door for more direct trade between...
AI Rivalry and Distrust Limit Expectations for Trump Xi Summit
Artificial intelligence is expected to become a central issue during talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing this...
Trump Says Iran Ceasefire on ‘Life Support’ as Peace Prospects Fade
Prospects for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran weakened sharply after U.S. President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Tehran was...