Can Emmanuel Macron Make Europe Great Power?
In a mid-January speech addressing France’s next six-year defense strategy, President Emmanuel Macron unveiled ambitious plans to boost defense spending by more than a...
Journalism facing rising threats on all fronts
It’s a timely and apt question given revelations of an unreported consequence of the war in Ukraine – deaths of journalists.
Since Russia’s launched its...
(When) Will the Ukraine Crisis End?
Tens and thousands of civilian-military people perished in the first year of the Russo-Ukraine war. And the war continues with no end in sight....
Northern Ireland: Peace in the province – still a pipe dream?
All eyes are currently - and understandably – on the bitter and still unfolding war in Ukraine.
The first anniversary of the conflict recently passed...
Education: Armenia’s Path to Stronger Economic Growth
Better education and a stronger innovation drive are crucial for achieving higher rates of economic growth and prosperity in any country. Countries that prioritize...
The dilemma of China’s role as Mediator in the case of Ukraine
Since the full-scale Russo-Ukrainian war unfolding after 24 February 2022, China has maintained so-called neutral stance on the conflict, passively calling for a peaceful...
If Paris sneezes, will Europe catch cold?
The Austrian Chancellor Metternich once said "Quand Paris s'enrhume, l'Europe prend froid" ("When Paris sneezes, Europe catches cold"). With the French President Emmanuel Macron...
Powerful Protest in Geneva Indicates India’s Human Rights Abuses
On March 3, 2022, a unique protest was held in front of the UN Headquarters in Geneva. This peaceful protest was made by placing...
Erosion of Russia’s Hegemonic Stability in the South Caucasus and Transition to Risky Instability
In early nineteenth century, following the wars with Persian and Ottoman empires, Russia completed the invasion of the South Caucasus. The region that hosts...
EU’s Energy and Politic Approach to Indonesia: Between Hate and Love
Authors: Akhmad Hanan and Mayora Bunga Swastika
Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Europe has been forced to seek alternative energy sources other than...