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China in the Middle East: Logistics Access or Strategic Expansion?
China manages its logistical presence in the Middle East through a strategy of using civilian ports for long-term military purposes to safeguard its interests...
The Fantasy of Multilateralism: Resource Leverage in Times of Crisis
Every January, heads of state, finance ministers and choice executives - essentially a hand-picked bunch of individuals holding immense financial power - convene at...
The Weaponisation of Supply Chains: Chips, Rare Earths, and Economic Warfare
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the move toward a green transition built on renewable energy are fundamentally restructuring the global economy. While...
What Must Be Agreed to End the Iran War?
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson announced that some conclusions have been reached regarding a potential 14-point memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war in...
China’s Defense Strategy in Asia and the Middle East
China employs a dual defense strategy focused on securing energy routes and protecting economic interests. In the Middle East, it strengthens its presence through...
European Shares Hit Two Month High as Iran US Peace Hopes Boost Global Markets
European stock markets climbed to their highest levels in more than two months on Monday as optimism surrounding possible diplomatic progress between the United...
African Development Bank Meeting Opens Under Ebola Shadow as Africa Seeks New Funding Model
Leaders, policymakers, and financial experts gathered for the annual meeting of the African Development Bank in Republic of the Congo on Monday amid growing...
Huawei Unveils Major Chip Design Breakthrough as China Pushes Past US Sanctions
Chinese technology giant Huawei Technologies has announced a major semiconductor design breakthrough that could significantly reshape the global technology race and weaken the long...
Tokyo Stocks Hit Record High as Middle East Peace Hopes Push Oil and Dollar Lower
Global financial markets rallied strongly on Monday as investors grew increasingly optimistic about a possible diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran. Hopes...
Rubio Warns US Has ‘Another Way’ if Iran Talks Collapse Amid Fragile Gulf Ceasefire
The United States has signaled that diplomacy with Iran remains its preferred option, but Washington is also preparing alternative measures if negotiations fail. U.S....