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Beyond Gaming: How Roblox Previews the Future Economy of the Global South
“The metaverse is not the end of games—it’s the beginning of shared experiences,” said David Baszucki, the founder of Roblox. His vision frames the...
Europe has the Capabilities but Lacks Political Will to Deter Russia
During the late summer and autumn of 2025, the Russian Federation has intensified its provocations towards European countries, which could escalate into armed confrontations....
Assertive pragmatism vs. strategic ambiguity: Mexico and Brazil in Trump’s America
The United States under Trump has forced Latin America back into a familiar position: adapt, resist, or recalibrate. Yet Mexico and Brazil, the two...
Has the U.S.–Venezuela Conflict Officially Begun?
One month after the announcement, the leaders of both countries took decisive steps. In September 2025, the Trump administration renamed the Department of Defense...
Ukraine’s Drone Exports: Fueling War and Redefining Global Defense
Ukraine, under pressure from its ongoing war with Russia, has developed a strong domestic drone industry. The government is now seeking to turn this...
The Ghost of ‘We the Peoples’: Trump’s UN Speech and a Strained World Order
“We the peoples of the United Nations, determined to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war…”
Those opening words of the UN Charter were...
Armed Forces Face-Off Across the Euphrates, Putting Syria at Risk of Rupture
Similar to much of its contemporary history, Syria once again finds itself staring down a perilous crossroads. Nine months after the fall of Bashar...
India’s Multipolar Gamble in an Unsettled Geopolitics
Authors: Ankit K and Dr. Aparna Varma*
India’s geopolitics is currently undergoing three concurrent challenges. The United States has turned trade into leverage against India’s...
Why Vietnam Could Be Pakistan’s Gateway to ASEAN
When people talk about Pakistan’s trade partners, Vietnam usually doesn’t make the list. China, the Gulf, maybe the US or the UK, those are...
Japan’s Leadership Transition and Its Implications for India
Authors: Simran Walia & Shashank Khandwe*
Japan’s domestic political climate appears to be in a loop of instability, as the country enters its fourth Prime...