Language shapes identities, notably in the Soviet Union where Russian influenced cohesion. Post-Soviet, nations assert linguistic independence, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.
Taiwan seeks global recognition amid mounting pressures from Beijing, losing Pacific allies but resiliently confronting economic coercion and geopolitical shifts.
Criticism grows as Saudi Arabia dilutes Sharia; Aceh, Indonesia, enforces strict Sharia amidst tolerance concerns, shaping broader religious and governance trends.
Pakistan's new government, likely led by Shehbaz Sharif, faces internal turmoil and military dominance, with minimal change expected in foreign policy.
Japan's historical prominence in Asia faces economic decline, impacting global standings and geopolitical dynamics, with implications for regional alliances.