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China’s BRI, Kazakhstan, and KIMEP University: The Second Central Asia-China Summit

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 and Drone Warfare in the Pakistan-India Conflict

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.

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.

The Limitations of the ‘Outsider’ Vs ‘Insider’ Binary in Politics

The past decade has witnessed the rise of political individuals who are considered “outsiders” to the political system. This has been attributed to several...

A Yellow Nail in the Zionism Coffin

Lest we have forgotten, life is a precious gift. And among the living, human life is the most precious. That precious gift cannot be...

The Xi-biden Summit Is Expected to Bring Positivity to Sino-US Ties

In a significant development for Sino-US relations, Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to meet with his US counterpart, President Joe Biden, in San...

It’s Time to Impose Sanctions on Israel

Over the past weeks, we have witnessed Israel's genocide against the Palestinians unfold before our eyes. The extraordinary part here is that Israeli high-ranking officials...

Russia’s Staggering Losses from Avdiivka and Attrition Warfare

Ukraine is continuing its ongoing summer counteroffensive, with significant clashes in Verbove and on the left bank of the Kherson oblast. Simultaneously, Russia, seeing...

The Maitree Super Thermal Power Project: Evolving Bangladesh-India Energy Partnership

On Nov. 1, 2023, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina underscored the joint inauguration of three development schemes aided by India as a manifestation of the...

How Kashmir Became the Obsession of a Generation

When Haider –– Vishal Bhardwaj's widely acclaimed adaptation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet –– came out in 2014, I was struck by the brilliant yet obvious...

MIRV: Technology to Maintain Strategic Balance in South Asia

The South Asian region has long been characterized by a volatile security environment, primarily due to the enduring rivalry between India and Pakistan. In...

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China’s BRI, Kazakhstan, and KIMEP University: The Second Central Asia-China Summit

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 and Drone Warfare in the Pakistan-India Conflict

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’s Unwavering Anti-China Stance: Ukraine Seeks to Lead Europe in Shifting Perceptions of Beijing

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.

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?