More: Geopolitics
Does ASEAN still play an important role?
The five Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) founders sought regional harmony in several dimensions, including economy, collaboration, prosperity, socio-cultural development, security concerns, and...
COVID-19 As an Agent of Change in World Order
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has claimed millions of lives. It has severely damaged the economy of the world. The consequences of the...
East Mediterranean Gas Forum and Turkish expansion
The East Mediterranean Gas Forum (EMGF) is a unique regional organization in the eastern Mediterranean region. The establishment of the organization was announced when...
Competition and cooperation between China and the United States and the eighth priority
In mid-March U.S. President Biden held his first press conference since taking office. Speaking about Sino-U.S. relations, Biden said: "I will prevent China from...
Pakistan and Russia are Shaping New Era of Strategic Relationship
Asia is a goldmine of opportunities and choices for the major powers. Significant location of Pakistan in the region attracts major powers as well....
“Comprehensive Strategic Partnership” Agreement and the Future of Sino-Iranian Relations
Authors: Yunis Sharifli and Gandab Valiyeva*
Sino-Iranian diplomatic relations have developed in various fields since 1971. During this period, mutual visits played an important role...
BRI project thriving in Middle East
Why Middle East is of immense importance for belt and road initiative project?
BRI a developmental approach embraced by China is the revival of ancient...
The China-Iran deal and the lack of transparency
The 25-year strategic agreement signed between Iran and China on March 27, 2021, by Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang...
China signals possible greater Middle East engagement
Two initiatives send the clearest signal, yet, that China may be gearing up to play a greater political role in the Middle East.
Touring the...
The Chessboard for the Great Power Competition in the Indo Pacific
As structural change is happening with China's ascending growth and Russia's re-emergence, the scholarly community is worried about the result of such changes. US...