Defense
Russia-Ukraine Drone Warfare Intensifies
Almost 20 months into the Russia-Ukraine conflict, both states have implemented various tactics and strategies to gain an edge on the battlefield. The use...
The Malabar Exercise 2023: Evolving Dynamics of QUAD in the Indo-Pacific
The Malabar 2023 naval exercises signify a notable shift in maritime relations between India, Japan, Australia, and the United States, which are also members...
Taiwan’s Purchase of the NASAMS-2: A New Move in Strengthening Defense
The change and geopolitical shifts in international relations have made the Indo-Pacific a potential theater of conflict between the global powers. The ongoing tensions...
Revisiting the Withdrawal of Bangladeshi Peacekeepers from Mali
On July 3, 2023, the Bangladeshi Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the withdrawal of Bangladeshi peacekeepers from Mali. Since the Bangladeshi peacekeeping contingent was...
Revitalising Taiwan’s Defence: Engaging Private Industry for National Security
Taiwan’s domestic defence industry plays a massive role in national defence, producing innovation after innovation despite international isolation. However, more needs to be done...
Will the New Supply of Western Weapons Change the Directions of the Ukraine War?
Ukrainian forces incessantly countered the Russian invasion of their country, since the atrocity began in February 2022, using Soviet-era armoured vehicles, aircraft, tanks, artillery...
Pakistan’s Nuclear Weapon Program: Myths Vs Realities
Pakistan became a Nuclear Weapon State on May 28, 1998 after successfully conducting five nuclear explosions in Ras Koh mountains located at the deserted...
What’s the Way Forward for the West in Ukraine?
The result of Moscow's horrific war in Ukraine will be determined not only by weaponry, tactics, and fighting spirit, but also by the passage...
The Role of Mercenaries in Modern Warfare
The concept of mercenaries is not a new phenomenon, instead it dates back to the ancient history of warfare. However, with the Treaty of...
Flexing Muscles in the Middle East? Russia, China, and Iran’s Naval Drills
As Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow takes place this week, the joint naval drills between Russia, China and Iran in the Gulf...
China’s Military Buildup: What Does It Mean for Taiwan?
With all the rising tension with the US in the Indo-Pacific or its claim over South China Sea, China has now increased its defence...
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Central Asia
Among Conflicts and Sanctions: Kazakhstan’s Role in Navigating Peace and Resolving Crises
In the tense and complex geopolitical landscape, marked by...
Europe
Counter-Revolution: The need to Safeguard the State From Political Machination in the New Age
With an abundance of threats globally, from external actors...
Central Asia
Building Economic Bridges: Kazakhstan’s Thriving Connection With the US
In the dynamic landscape of global economics, Kazakhstan stands...
Middle East and Africa
Corruption: Tanzania on the Road to Recovery?
Tanzania, like many other nations, understands the harmful impact...
Americas
CARICOM-BRICS Relations Are in the Spotlight. Here Are Some Takeaways
The argument — voiced in an Aug. 29, 2023 guest editorial...