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Trump vs Sanders? Populism vs Populism

Civilisationalism’s train may well have left the station. That may also be true for a fundamental re-definition of US foreign policy. To what degree, civilisationalism continues its march...

Modi, Trump and the Vindication of Political Demagogues

As widespread protests across India enter their third week over the controversial Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) and the National Register of Citizens (NRC),therein lies a muted...

The Rise of Populism: A Threat to Democratic Institutions?

Over the recent years, one can find very few ideas that have had a sudden resurgence in the world as populism. Charismatic leaders, upstart political parties...

Ethics, Truth and Post-Truth: Political and social implications

I want to reflect on ethics, truth and post-truth in the context of accelerated changes in the economy, politics, society, culture and digital knowledge, information and...

Populist Crusade against Pope Francis

It is true that many in Europe have stumbled upon a state of insecurity, xenophobia and skepticism as an offshoot of mass immigration, refuge issues and...

Why the Weird and Uncompromising Get Elected

Why is it that the US and Britain have chosen weird uncompromising leaders when the essence of statesmanship is calculated compromise.  Worse, if not shocking, is...

Ukraine: The end of the show or the beginning of the next chapter?

The outcome of the presidential elections in Ukraine has triggered lively comments by Western experts. Nearly all publications have described the victory of comedian Vladimir Zelensky...

The global public overwhelmingly favours multilateral cooperation

A global opinion poll published today by the World Economic Forum finds that a clear majority of people in all regions of the world...

The Rise of Far Right Populism in Europe Ahead of EU Elections

Authors: Punsara Amarasinghe and Eshan Jayawardane* Populism in Europe as a civilizational legacy has a deeply rooted history which dates back to Greco Roman antiquity...

Ebbing Liberal World Order

The twentieth century witnessed unusual happenings across the globe. Its first half had to encounter with the two most deadly conflicts (2 World-Wars) which...

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French Hijab Ban in Sport Hinders Religious Freedom

France has complicated relations with religious clothing, believing that...

Pakistan’s Mineral Economy: Unlocking Potential, Building Peace and Prosperity

In the 21st century, the global economy is increasingly...

Donald Trump’s Trade War: A Betrayal of Economic Logic and Republican Ideology?

In a paradox that has baffled both economists and...

Trump’s misreading of China’s resolve: This could be a legacy breaker

One could interpret US President Donald Trump’s tariff imposition...

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