Global Order
India’s Exports Defy Tariffs, Strengthening New Delhi’s Hand in US Trade Talks
India’s exports surged sharply in November despite steep U.S. tariffs, easing pressure on New Delhi to rush into a trade deal with Washington and...
A “global South” is emerging, but is it truly interconnected?
The concept of a “Global South” has made a prominent comeback in strategic discussions since the COVID-19 pandemic and especially after the Russia-Ukraine conflict....
Reassessing the Use of Article 122 TFEU: A Legal and Political Misstep
I recall how, when I was still teaching EU law at ULB, I used to point to Article 122 TFEU with a certain pride...
India Opens Door to Chinese Talent as Modi Rebalances Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure
India has quietly eased visa restrictions for Chinese professionals, a striking shift after years of severe scrutiny following the 2020 border clashes. The move...
Trump’s Peace Deals: Temporary Ceasefires or Lasting Solutions?
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize for allegedly resolving eight international conflicts since taking office in 2025....
Free Starlink in Sumatra as Soft Power Diplomacy
Recently in Sumatra, Indonesia, there have been major landslides and flash floods that have caused extensive damage in affected areas such as Aceh, North...
Europe Faces Risk of ‘Ugly Deal’ as Trump Pushes Ukraine Peace
U.S. President Donald Trump is actively pushing for a settlement to end the war in Ukraine, holding talks with both Kyiv and Moscow. Europeans...
Netanyahu’s Corruption Trial Splits Israel as Leader Takes the Stand
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified on Monday for the first time in his years-long corruption trial, appearing in court days after formally requesting...
Beyond the Veto: Reimagining Permanent Membership in the UNSC
UNSC Existing Structure
The existing structure of the UNSC comprises 15 members, including 5 permanent and 10 non-permanent members. The 10 non-permanent members are elected...
The Belarus Playbook: How Myanmar Learns from Lukashenko
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko recently announced his intention to pay an official visit to Myanmar. Under other circumstances, this visit might have gone unnoticed,...