The Russia-Estonia Standoff: Tensions Escalate in the Baltic Sea
The Baltic Sea has become a geopolitical flashpoint in recent months. At the heart of the tensions is a series of confrontations between Russia...
Gaza Crisis: Escalating Condemnation from the EU and UK
The escalating humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza has galvanized unprecedented diplomatic rebukes from European and British leaders, signalling a potential turning point in international responses...
The Ancient Mariners of Brexit Are Losing the Plot
So the white smoke emerged from Whitehall as the Prime Minister didn’t quite say “Habemas a Deal”. at the end of the much hyped...
Between Principles and Profits: Dutch Foreign Policy Toward the Islamic World
The Netherlands' relationship with the Islamic world has developed over the centuries, starting from the era of colonialism when the Dutch controlled the Dutch...
Who Owns Your Health Data? Inside the Global Battle Between Regulation and Innovation
Authors: Prof. Dr Cristina Vanberghen and Nikita Singh*
As health systems digitize, a quiet global contest is emerging - not over who delivers care, but...
Azerbaijan and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties through Energy Diplomacy
Historical Foundations of Azerbaijan–Vietnam Relations
Azerbaijani-Vietnamese relations have deep historical roots dating back to the Soviet period, when close ties were established between the two...
I’m a non-smoker – but I still don’t want high cigarette taxes
In its latest crusade against smoking, the European Union is preparing to yet again hike taxes on cigarettes, raising their prices by almost 30%...
A New Horizon in EU-China Relations
As China and the European Union (EU) mark the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, the global geopolitical landscape presents both a challenge and...
The Shifting Relationship Between the Catholic Church and China
The introduction of Christianity from the Eastern Roman Empire to China dates back to the ninth year of Emperor Taizong during the Tang dynasty,...
North Korea’s Involvement in the Ukraine War: A New Threat to International Peace
North Korea's recent official admission that it is sending soldiers to support Russia in its war against Ukraine escalates the conflict and poses a...