ECOWAS at 50 Starkly Faces Security Challenges
Within the context of an enduring relationship dating back to May 1975, the establishment of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as...
Strategic Autonomy of Middle Powers under US–China Rivalry
For much of the post-Cold War era, Eurasia’s middle powers enjoyed a favorable environment under the liberal international order. In a system governed by...
Outplaying the Giants: Adapt or Die
In Singapore’s General Election 2025, little changed on the surface. The People’s Action Party (PAP) regained momentum, winning 87 of 97 seats and improving...
The Coalition’s Great Green Blind Spot: A Missed Opportunity for Regional Leadership
The recent Australian election was more than a domestic political upset. It marked a decisive shift in the values of the electorate, and it...
Nuclear Deadlock: Will the Iran Deal be Revitalised Again Amidst Geo-Political Tensions?
Formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) – the Iran nuclear deal was once hailed as a pillar of international nuclear...
Can NATO’s Middle Powers Lead the Alliance Without the US?
With the recent pivot in US foreign policy regarding Europe and NATO, it has become clear that NATO’s European members need to ramp up...
The Change Cameroon Needs: Youth-Led, Vision-Driven Leadership
Cameroon is known for its vast diversity characterized by over 250 ethnic groups and languages, making it one of the most linguistically diverse countries...
Black Africans in Libya: A Test of Africa’s Conscience and the Deafening Silence of the African Union
In 2025, as the African Union (AU) heralds a bold theme—“Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations”—a silent catastrophe unfolds just...
The Iran Moment in Great Game
The "Great Game" is a phrase for elucidating contestation between great powers. In spite of the fact that the historical roots of the great...
African Union Marks Africa Day 2025 with a Call for Justice, Unity, and Forward Momentum
The African Union commemorates Africa Day 2025 with a renewed call to justice, unity, and shared progress. Speaking on behalf of the African Union...