More: Diplomacy
The development in China’s Foreing Policy
On March 7, 2025, during the third session of the 14th National People’s Congress (China’s parliament) Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau...
Transition from Passive to Proactive Diplomacy: Japan’s Strategic Partnership with Africa
Since the end of World War II, Japan has carried out a passive diplomacy strategy on the international stage, this is due to its...
The new era of major power diplomacy with Chinese characteristics
China’s political season in 2025 is entering an important phase, with the “Two Sessions,” the most prominent political event, attracting attention both domestically and...
Reputation, Power & Influence: Brand Finance’s Chairman Breaks Down Soft Power 2025
Soft power has become an essential force in shaping global influence, with nations leveraging diplomacy, culture, and reputation to assert their standing on the...
The Power of Strategic Communication in Diplomacy
Communication is a formidable tool that underpins diplomacy, guides policy and shapes public opinion in international relations. Each speech, official statement, or policy paper has...
From the Margins to the Spotlight: The Forgotten Role of Women in Middle Eastern Diplomacy
From Moscow to Washington, the rise of the nationalist ‘’strongman’’ leader has defined global geopolitics, spanning autocracies and democracies alike. Russia’s curated image of...
The Hong Men Banquet Reimagined: Trump, Zelensky, and the Trap of Modern Diplomacy
In the twilight of the Qin Dynasty, around 206 BCE, Chinese history recorded one of its most famous political traps—the Hong Men Banquet. Military...
Trump 2.0: Supercharging the Abraham Accords?
Amid ongoing crises in the Middle East, Donald Trump assumed the US presidency for a second term on January 20, 2025. Among the key...
Does History Repeat itself? Nixon’s 1972 Moscow Trip and the 2025 U.S.-Russia Talks
Throughout history, nations have navigated familiar diplomatic crossroads, responding to cycles of rivalry, negotiation, and power struggles. Beyond the Cold War, precedents such as...
The Geopolitics of Energy: How oil and Gas Shape Diplomacy
Throughout decades, energy has played a central role in global diplomacy, impacting alliances, wars, and economic policies. As states attempt to guarantee steady energy...