Iran Legislative Elections 2024: Polls Open for “Ceremonial” Election
Iran's elections face low turnout amid economic woes and discontent, with strict candidate criteria and boycott calls challenging legitimacy.
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Shrinking Russosphere: How Central Asia’s Cultural Uplift Will Affect Russia’s Interests?
Language shapes identities, notably in the Soviet Union where Russian influenced cohesion. Post-Soviet, nations assert linguistic independence, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.
Drowning Diplomacy: Taiwan’s Receding Influence Across Pacific Islands
Taiwan seeks global recognition amid mounting pressures from Beijing, losing Pacific allies but resiliently confronting economic coercion and geopolitical shifts.
Indonesia’s Islamic State: The Story of Aceh
Criticism grows as Saudi Arabia dilutes Sharia; Aceh, Indonesia, enforces strict Sharia amidst tolerance concerns, shaping broader religious and governance trends.
What Will the New Government in Pakistan Mean for the Neighbors?
Pakistan's new government, likely led by Shehbaz Sharif, faces internal turmoil and military dominance, with minimal change expected in foreign policy.
How Japan’s Decline Will Impact Asia?
Japan's historical prominence in Asia faces economic decline, impacting global standings and geopolitical dynamics, with implications for regional alliances.
India’s New Megacity in the Mouth of Malacca Strait: A Geopolitical Study
India's $9 billion investment in Great Nicobar promises a transformative port city, reshaping regional dynamics and challenging China's influence.
Cambodia Readies for Senate Election: Hun Sen Assumes New Role
Cambodia's Senate election, dominated by the ruling party, foreshadows a predetermined outcome, reinforcing dynastic power dynamics, undermining democratic principles.
Singapore Beats Hong Kong as the Asian Headquarters for Multinationals, Including Those from China
21st century hailed as Asia's era. Singapore triumphs over Hong Kong in corporate hub race. China's influence wanes, Singapore shines.
Palestine or Israel: What will be the future of Gaza?
Hamas is designated as a terrorist organization by Israel, the US, the EU, the UK, and others.
