Robert Bergkvist

Robert Bergkvist is a Swedish Master's graduate of International Relations. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. He resides in Poland, working as an IT specialist.

If Iran Tried to Block the Strait of Hormuz: A Thought Experiment

If Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, global oil flows would stall, but Iran’s own economy could suffer even more. A risky move with costs likely outweighing the leverage.

Russia’s Aims in Africa

As the 2022 invasion of Ukraine sparked international outrage, a different picture was being drawn half a world away. Bangui, the capital of the...

On Thin Ice: Navigating the Pitfalls of Himalayan Geopolitics

When discussing Asian power politics, there is an understandable instinct to focus on the South China Sea and China’s relationship with Taiwan. However, by...

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Strategic Resilience: How China–Russia Economic Cooperation Is Redefining Eurasia’s Power Balance

China–Russia’s deepening trade, energy, and connectivity links are quietly reshaping Eurasia. A partnership built on pragmatism and resilience is redefining the region’s power balance amid global shifts.

New Mission, Persistent Challenges, and Evolving Paradigms: The Transformation of the Armed Forces of the Philippines

The AFP’s final modernization phase marks a bold shift—new missions, tougher challenges, and evolving defense paradigms. As tensions rise, sustaining reforms and credible deterrence becomes vital for the Philippines’ security future.