Iran – A US Demurral is not Necessarily a De-escalation
Fear of a wider war is influencing Washington’s latest decision to forego an immediate attack on Iran—the UAE, Qatar, and the Saudis have been...
China and Latin America: not a choice of sides, but a choice of options
Latin America is often described as a region “caught” between major powers; the language itself reveals a hidden assumption: that Latin American states have...
How the 2026 CPC–KMT Think Tanks Forum Could Shape Cross-Strait Cooperation
The Chinese Think Tank Forum was held in Beijing, China, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with the participation of think tanks affiliated with the...
Beyond the Crisis: The Enduring Disputes Between the U.S. and Iran
The United States and Iran are set to hold important talks in Oman, as tensions in the region rise with President Donald Trump's threat...
China’s Aerospace Times Feipeng Pushes Global Expansion as Domestic Drone Market Heats Up
Chinese civil drone maker Aerospace Times Feipeng is accelerating its push into overseas markets, targeting Southeast Asia and the Middle East as fierce competition...
What Is Europe’s Purpose in a Changing World? It Must Decide Quickly
Europe is confronting a convergence of internal weaknesses and external pressures that have left it increasingly adrift in the global economy. Once broadly comparable...
Key Contenders to Become Thailand’s Next Prime Minister
Thailand will hold a general election on February 8 in a closely watched three-way contest among major political parties to determine the country’s next...
U.S. Condemns South Africa’s Expulsion of Israeli Diplomat as Political Retaliation
The United States has sharply criticized South Africa’s decision to expel Israel’s top diplomat, escalating an already tense diplomatic standoff involving Israel, South Africa,...
Qualities of Contemporary Leader: Adaptive Thinking, Collaborative Influence and Innovative Leadership
The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is the United States' signature step to invest in the next generation of African leaders. Since its establishment...
America’s Thucydidean Moment
Thucydides, had he lived today, would scarcely have been surprised by the arrogance of great powers or by the geopolitical disorder that now defines...