As U.S. Pressure Mounts, Russia Moves to Secure India’s Oil Lifeline
Russia is seeking to protect its oil trade with India as the United States intensifies pressure on New Delhi.
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APEC Summit 2025: Does Any Importance Remain in a Modern Broken World Order?
APEC 2025 in South Korea highlighted fractures in global cooperation as the U.S. stepped back and China asserted its growing influence.
What Japan Stands to Gain (and Lose) in the U.S. Trade Deal
Discover how the US–Japan trade deal affects Japan’s economy, auto industry, and agriculture. Key takeaways on tariffs, exports, and political implications.
Old Allies, New Calculations: Washington’s Subtle Return to Islamabad
The United States is quietly rebuilding its relationship with Pakistan. From geopolitical shifts to regional security, discover why Washington sees new value in mending ties with Islamabad.
G7 Finance Ministers Find Common Cause on China
At the latest G7 finance ministers' meeting, the world’s top economies joined forces to address China’s trade practices, signaling a shift toward unity and strategic alignment.
Trump and the Sheikhs: A Transactional Diplomacy in the Gulf
Donald Trump deepens U.S. relations with wealthy Gulf nations through high-profile arms and tech deals, positioning Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar as key strategic partners.
Trump’s Syria Bet: From ‘Terrorist’ to Trusted Ally?
After lifting U.S. sanctions, Donald Trump met Syria’s new Islamist president Ahmed al-Sharaa in a high-profile summit. Explore the strategic motives and implications behind this unexpected diplomatic shift.
US China Tariff War Pauses—Markets Breathe, But Tensions Linger
The US China tariff war is on pause, offering some relief to global markets. Yet behind the optimism, both sides remain wary as deeper issues go unresolved.
Trump’s Plan, Arab Counterplans are no more relevant — Israel Looks Decided to Seize Gaza
Trump’s and Arab counterplans for Gaza are no longer relevant as Israel moves forward with its decision to seize the territory. Discover the shifting dynamics of Gaza's future.
After Fifty Years: Where Will Vietnam Move in a Changing World?
Explore Vietnam's evolving role in global geopolitics fifty years after the end of the war. Discover how the nation navigates shifting alliances and emerging challenges in the 21st century.
