Realpolitik Reborn: Power and Pragmatism in the New Global Order
The global order is undergoing a quiet yet profound transformation. The liberal international system built post-World War II and rooted in shared rules, open...
When Memory Speaks: “Gifts” By Holden Williams, A Book Review
If you are anything like me, a reader of authors who write about challenging subjects that are managed and overcome after experiencing grief, then...
China Steps Up to Bridge the Global North-South Climate Split
China plays a significant role in bridging the climate gap between the North and the South through its ambitious commitments to achieving carbon neutrality,...
Tackling Demographic Challenges, Russia Opposes Migrants Replacing Native Population
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a speech delivered on October 23rd, launched family support initiatives aimed at boosting Russia's population. Essentially, the initiatives are...
China and the upcoming 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference
The COP30 climate conference kicks off in Belém, Brazil, in November 2025, amid challenges, most notably Washington’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Chinese President...
Nestle and the Green Paradox: Global Ethics or Local Exploitation?
Every year, Nestlé touts its progress toward a "deforestation-free" supply chain. But the story on the ground often falls short of that rosy narrative....
The Humanitarian Paradox: The Ethics and Consequences of Aid in War Zones
Humanitarian action has evolved, even before Henry Dunant started the International Red Cross movement. In its early stages, humanitarian aid was provided to alleviate...
U.S. Sanctions Russia’s Oil Giants as Moscow Flexes Nuclear Muscles, Peace Push Falters
In a sharp escalation of pressure, the United States imposed sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, accusing them of sustaining...
Xi Jinping’s initiative for the global climate governance
Chinese President Xi Jinping places great importance on environmental protection and sustainable development, distinguishing him from previous Chinese leaders who focused solely on economic...
Takaichi Courts Trump with U.S. Trade Sweeteners
Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is preparing her first major diplomatic test a high-stakes meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump next week...