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How Saudi Arabia’s canal plans could backfire
Thanks to its rift with neighbouring Saudi Arabia, Qatar could soon find itself an island nation, should the rumours that the kingdom intends to...
The US Sacrificing Pakistan
It has never been easy for any developing nation to deal with the major power in international system on prescribed terms and conditions. The...
Customs Union: The world’s largest trading block turns 50
The Customs Union is unique in the world. It is a foundation of the European Union and essential for the proper functioning of the...
Weaving profits in Azerbaijan
Artisans in Azerbaijan who practice the traditional art of carpet making are being provided with new business opportunities thanks to a project supported by...
Why Did the Oil Prices Spike 13% in One Week
What will you call a man who first grumbles about higher oil prices and then cause a rally ithis own actions? Yes, Trump. WTI...
Khatami, Ahmadinejad and Rouhani on Russia’s and China’s role in the Iranian nuclear issue
During the Iranian Nuclear crisis, three presidents ruled Iran. Ayatollah Khamenei was Iran’s Supreme Leader during the aforementioned period, and one can argue that...
Shooting oneself in ones’s own foot: Pakistan’s failed effort to evade terrorism finance listing
The Pakistani government’s removal of a virulently anti-Shiite militant from its terrorism list at the very moment that an international money laundering and terrorism...
Global Top 100 reach record $20 trillion, with China narrowing the US’s lead
The market capitalisation of the 100 largest companies globally has increased significantly by $2,597bn or 15% compared to 31 March 2017, according to PwC’s...
Nuclear Power beyond Electricity: Towards Greater Efficiency in Energy Production and Water Management
Non-electric applications powered by nuclear energy offer increased energy efficiency and represent sustainable solutions for a number of energy challenges current and future generations...
The true cost of violence against women and girls
Seychelles loses over USD 65 million each year to violence against women and girls (VAWG). That’s according to a new report to be launched...