Vietnam’s Rising Era: A Year in Review and Prospects
In the context of the US-China competition and the post-COVID-19 global economic recession reshaping the international order, Vietnam has emerged as a stable and...
China Declares Taiwan Restoration Day: What It Means
On Friday, October 24, 2025, the “Chinese National Legislature” voted to designate October 25 as a (Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration). Designating this day...
Of Chandeliers and Cement: The Remaking of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
In a recent meeting with donors, President Donald Trump shared his excitement about a new ballroom project at the White House, mentioning that he...
The Limits of the ASEAN Way: Reflections on Cambodia–Thailand Peace Talks
The border tension between Preah Vihear Temple and its border peripheral zones has been an open wound between Cambodia and Thailand. Its genesis is...
US Trade Ties and the Rise of Soft Power Diplomacy
Pakistan’s diplomatic playbook for 2025 is shifting noticeably toward trade, sustainability, and the projection of soft power. Gone are the days when foreign policy...
Why Are the World’s Youngest Populations Led by Their Oldest Presidents?
The presidents of Cameroon and Ivory Coast, aged 92 and 83, are trying to extend their long periods in power, highlighting a trend in...
Nazi Praise and Hate Speech: The Sinister Side of U.S. Political Group Chats
Three major controversies involving leaked private text messages from group chats have emerged, exposing racist, antisemitic, and violent remarks from various political figures in...
ASEAN Summit Opens in Kuala Lumpur Amid US-China Tensions and Regional Diplomacy Push
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded in 1967 to promote regional stability and economic cooperation among Southeast Asian states. Over the...
Israeli deviation and violation of Peace Agreement is unacceptable
There are confirmed reports of Israeli violations of the peace agreement. Whereas, Hamas is implementing the peace deal in letter and spirit. It seems...
The Strategic Convergence Between the United States and Argentina
For Trump followers, his offer of a 20 to 40 billion economic assistance to Argentina came as a shock. For a government that emphasizes...