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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.
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.
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.
75 years after the Schuman Declaration, can Africa adopt its pragmatic model? A project-based path to integration could be ECOWAS’s key to jobs, resilience, and lasting peace.
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 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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Trump’s America First weakened U.S. global leadership. China expanded its influence through the BRI and education initiatives. But despite economic gains, it still struggles to improve its image and build real soft power.
Turkey's drones reshape South Asia's battlefield. In May’s India-Pakistan clash, Islamabad deployed 400+ Turkish UAVs—marking a new era of proxy warfare and Ankara’s deepening role in global flashpoints.
Kyiv is leading Europe’s anti-China turn—accusing Beijing of fueling Russia’s war machine and pushing EU allies to confront China’s role. Ukraine’s fight now includes reshaping Europe’s entire view of Beijing.
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’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?
