The Canada Question in Trump’s MAGA Strategy

Trump’s MAGA playbook eyes Canada—trade wars, Arctic tensions, even 51st state talk. Ottawa pushes back with sovereignty claims and infrastructure in Nunavut. Is this economic pressure or veiled expansionism?

Indo-Pacific

Denuclearizing North Korea: Dr. Chan Young Bang’s Unique Contributions

The world can overlook effort, but sweat never betrays. Dr. Chan Young Bang’s decades-long work on North Korea’s denuclearization proves why experts—and perseverance—still matter.

Long Reach, High Stakes: Why South Korea Must Urgently Build a Long-Range Air-to-Air Capability

Longer reach wins the skies. South Korea must urgently close its air-to-air missile gap—or risk falling behind rivals like China and allies like Japan. Delay isn’t just dangerous—it’s strategic surrender.

Kim Jong Un’s Next Deal Should Be With Trump

Kim still wants a deal. Trump still wants a legacy. A summit could deliver both. Don’t dismiss diplomacy—North Korea’s nukes aren’t destiny. Time is short, but the door isn’t shut.

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The Canada Question in Trump’s MAGA Strategy

Trump’s MAGA playbook eyes Canada—trade wars, Arctic tensions, even 51st state talk. Ottawa pushes back with sovereignty claims and infrastructure in Nunavut. Is this economic pressure or veiled expansionism?

Trump Pushes Boeing to Refocus Geo-Strategy at the Expense of China

Trump’s Gulf tour lands Boeing \$120B+ in deals—part of a bold pivot from China to Middle East allies. But in a world of rising tariffs and shaky supply chains, can the strategy fly?

China’s 2025 Security Doctrine: Holism in Rhetoric, Militarism in Practice?

**Tweet:** China’s 2025 Security White Paper talks “people-first” and “shared peace”—but behind the rhetoric lies a militarized, surveillance-heavy state vision. Holism in words, hard power in action.

Denuclearizing North Korea: Dr. Chan Young Bang’s Unique Contributions

The world can overlook effort, but sweat never betrays. Dr. Chan Young Bang’s decades-long work on North Korea’s denuclearization proves why experts—and perseverance—still matter.

The High Cost of “Easy Wins” in the US-China Trade War

Trump's trade war gamble isn’t a show of strength—it’s a self-inflicted wound. Escalation without preparation risks stagflation, supply shocks, and global mistrust. China holds the stronger hand.

President Marcos Should Ride a Jet Ski and Plant the Philippine Flag in WPS

President Marcos should ride a jet ski and plant the flag in the WPS—turning Duterte’s joke into a historic statement of sovereignty, strength, and unity. The moment Filipinos have long waited for.

For and Against “Trump 2.0”: North Korea and Donald Trump

Trump 2.0 suggests progress—but Trump defies linearity. His second term may bring bold deals with North Korea, yet risks remain high. Peace demands clarity, not branding.

BIMSTEC: India’s Role in Redefining Regional Integration

India takes the lead as BIMSTEC eyes deeper regional integration. The 6th Summit in Bangkok unveiled bold visions—from maritime cooperation to digital infrastructure. Can promise finally meet performance?

South Asia

Dragon at the Door: Recalibrating India’s Military Might in the Shadow of the Pakistan-China Alliance

India faces a serious two-front threat as Pakistan leverages advanced Chinese military tech. The recent air battle exposed key weaknesses. Urgent reforms in doctrine, tech, and alliances are now critical.

UNSC Convenes Behind Closed Doors Over Pahalgam Attack: Diplomacy at Crossroads Amid Indo-Pak Tensions

In a rare and highly sensitive move, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convened behind closed doors to discuss the security situation between India...

Prepared for the Blitz: India’s Air Power in a Volatile Neighbourhood

Rising tensions and evolving threats demand sharper skies. From Pahalgam to Project Kusha, India must fast-track air power, innovation, and defence reforms—because security today flies faster than policy.

Paradise Under Fire: Securing Kashmir’s Tourism Economy Is a National Imperative

Kashmir’s paradise must not bleed in silence—securing tourism is securing livelihoods, stability, and national pride.

Cracks in the Relationship: Taliban’s Disillusionment with Pakistan

Taliban’s support for TTP, rejection of the Durand Line, and tilt toward India and Iran deepen tensions with Pakistan. The growing trust deficit now threatens regional peace and stability.

Pakistan’s Mineral Diplomacy and Importance in the Context of Pakistan-US Ties

Pakistan's mineral diplomacy is on display—but between Baloch unrest, shaky US ties, and China’s unease, Islamabad’s bid to woo American investment faces a rocky road.

Politics of Manufactured Media Misinformation in South Asia

Nepal's media crisis deepens: biased reporting, YouTube sensationalism, and political agendas blur facts. With trust eroding fast, who will stand for ethical journalism and the truth?

Corridors of Contest: Is Bangladesh’s Turn to China Redrawing South Asia’s Geopolitical Map?

Bangladesh’s China pivot under Yunus signals a regional shake-up. South Asia’s smaller states aren’t just hedging—they’re redrawing the map. India must adapt, or risk ceding space to Beijing.

Strategic Autonomy in a Tarrif World: India’s Development Imperative

Amid global trade shifts, India must prioritize strategic autonomy—diversify rare earth sources, invest in deep-tech, and leverage reverse brain drain. Self-reliance is key in a fragmented world.

Americas

The Canada Question in Trump’s MAGA Strategy

Trump’s MAGA playbook eyes Canada—trade wars, Arctic tensions, even 51st state talk. Ottawa pushes back with sovereignty claims and infrastructure in Nunavut. Is this economic pressure or veiled expansionism?

Trump Pushes Boeing to Refocus Geo-Strategy at the Expense of China

Trump’s Gulf tour lands Boeing \$120B+ in deals—part of a bold pivot from China to Middle East allies. But in a world of rising tariffs and shaky supply chains, can the strategy fly?

Wall Street’s True Driver: Not Trump, Not Talk — Just Earnings

Wall Street doesn’t follow Trump or political talk. It follows earnings. When expected profits drop, the market falls. When growth returns, it recovers. It’s not about noise — it’s about numbers.

Europe

Russia’s Rightful Defense and the Global Consequences of the Russia-Ukraine War

Russia’s war isn’t imperial conquest—it’s a mirror to U.S. actions during the Cuban Missile Crisis. NATO at its doorstep is Moscow’s red line, just as Cuba was for America. Survival, not supremacy.

Britain and the Geopolitics of Artificial Intelligence

As Trump reshapes global trade, the UK bets on an AI-driven alliance with the US—risking regulatory autonomy, EU ties, and its own liberal values. Is AI the new transatlantic bond?

Why German SMEs Should Look East

As Germany’s Zeitenwende reshapes economic strategy, German SMEs should look East—toward Kazakhstan. A reforming market, strategic location, and shared goals make it a prime partner for sustainable growth.

The Strategic Shock Europe Should Have Seen Coming

Trump sees alliances as deals, not duties. His tariffs and Ukraine pivot expose a truth Europe ignored: strategic naivety is a luxury. The age of transactional geopolitics has arrived—ready or not.

Southeast Asia

Terror and Punishment: Diplomacy Under Siege in the Indian Subcontinent

As leaders trade blame, ordinary people bear the cost—caught between terror, retaliation, and the fading hope of lasting peace in the subcontinent.

Year Zero’s Legacy: Confronting the Horrors of Tuol Sleng

A wrong sign pointed to a right place—Tuol Sleng. Once a school, now a museum of pain. Beneath jacarandas, Cambodia's darkest chapter quietly demands to be remembered.

Indonesia and Jordan Quietly Deepen Defense Cooperation

Indonesia and Jordan are quietly forging a deeper defense bond—military training, industrial ties, and joint aid missions signal a maturing partnership grounded in trust, not talk.

Trump’s 49% Tariff on Cambodia: The World’s Hardest-Hit Victim of a Flawed Trade Doctrine

On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled his new "Liberation...

What’s Driving Closer Cooperation Between Russia and Myanmar?

Russia is deepening ties with Myanmar’s junta as both regimes face Western sanctions. From arms deals to labor migration, Moscow is betting big—but will the embattled Min Aung Hlaing hold on to power?

Qatar’s Housing Investment in Indonesia: Challenges and Future Directions

Qatar plans to invest up to $20B to build 1M apartments in Indonesia. But will Indonesians embrace high-rise living? Cultural preferences, regulations, and sustainability pose key challenges. Can this project succeed?

Middle East

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