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World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 21, 2023
Defeating Ebola, Finally?
Uganda's astounding victory over Ebola with its scant resources is a glimmer of hope for the rest of Africa.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 21, 2023
The Global Debt Crisis
The middle-income category is in a very severe debt situation that could blow up into a global economic contagion.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 21, 2023
A Pyrrhic Victory for the Clergy
The Iranian Hijab protestors appear to have been controlled, but it would be premature for Tehran to proclaim victory as yet.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 21, 2023
Osint in Modern Warfare
The Cybernet is the new gold mine of operational and strategic intelligence, as evidenced by the Ukraine war.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 14, 2023
From Trumpism to Bolsonarism
Brazil undergoes a Deja vu moment as pro-Bolsonaro protests overwhelm Brazil.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 14, 2023
The Energy Conundrum
India must balance out its net zero emission goals with the aspirations of its billions.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 14, 2023
A Ray of Hope From Above!
The Ozone layer is on the path of healing; does it presage the road to recovery of our environment?
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 14, 2023
'Each to His Own' to 'Each for All'
The existent international order stands threatened by nation-states that seek to impose their own interpretation of it.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 14, 2023
Af-pak: a Marriage on the Rocks?
Deep historical fissures between Afghanistan and Pakistan are resurfacing despite the victory that both claimed over the West.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 7, 2023
Banking on Hydrogen
Like many other nations, India is looking at Hydrogen as a green alternative for its energy demands.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 7, 2023
A Grim Outlook for S.Asia
The war in Europe, the pandemic, and fiscal policies will define South Asia’s growth in 2023.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 7, 2023
Back to Africa!
When powerful nations run out of options for resources, trade and influence, they return to Africa!
World - Analyses & Assessments - Jan 7, 2023
Subtle Cheers for Netanyahu!
Netanyahu's political revival has come at a cost; the need to appease his extreme right-wing coalition partners!
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 31, 2022
China’s Covid Strategy: a Path Gone Wrong?
The rise of COVID in China is not only China’s problem; it is a global threat and must be tackled as such.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 31, 2022
Ringing Down the Curtains on 2022
2022 was a year dominated by the war in Eastern Europe and shattered by unprecedented climatic events.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 31, 2022
Trade-off or Standoff
A set of non-tariff barriers impede the developing countries' push for FTAs.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 31, 2022
Nagorno Karabakh-averting Another Round
With Russia too involved with Ukraine to play the honest broker, Azerbaijan sees an opportunity to seek a resolution by force.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 24, 2022
CHINA’S GLOBAL SCARE, AGAIN!
The new coronavirus strain known as BF.7 is increasing infections in China. Are India and the world prepared for another Covid comeback?
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 24, 2022
MAINSTREAMING GENDER IN ROAD TRANSPORT
The World Bank’s recent report on Enabling Gender Responsive Urban Mobility and Public Spaces in India could usher landmark changes for women's rights.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Dec 24, 2022
COP 15- HITS AND MISSES
The GBF hits all the right notes in terms of financing structure, concessions to developing countries, and protection of indigenous people.