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World - Analyses & Assessments - May 27, 2023
Ukraine's Diplomatic Efforts
Amidst the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Ukraine intensifies its diplomatic engagement with the global south, aiming to rally support and recognition.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 27, 2023
China in Central Asia
Recently China has made some major moves in Central Asia. This comes at a time when Russia is increasingly distracted from this region.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 27, 2023
The Iran Nuclear Deal
This analysis underscores its achievements in curbing Iran's nuclear capabilities, extending its breakout time, and reducing proliferation risks.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 27, 2023
€1.2 Billion GDPR Fine on Meta Platforms Inc.
The European Union slaps a record €1.2 billion GDPR fine on Meta Platforms Inc. for its data privacy violations, marking a landmark shift in global data protection norms.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 27, 2023
Modi-Zelensky Meeting at G7
Recently Prime Minister Modi met Ukrainian President Zelensky at the G7 summit. This comes at a time when the Russia-Ukraine war shows no sign of ending.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 20, 2023
Welcoming Back Into the Fold?
The Syrian Arab Republic has been reinstated in the Arab League. How did this come about?
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 20, 2023
Indo-Australia- a New Era of Cooperation?
Do the recent high-level visits to India by eminent Australian political and business personalities mark a turning point?
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 20, 2023
Why Are Türkiye Elections So Important?
Türkiye can be a balancer between the West and the East under an enlightened dispensation.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 20, 2023
Is China in Their Sights?
As the G7 leaders prepare to meet in Hiroshima this May, is their agenda focussed on China's growing military and economic power?
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 12, 2023
Turkiye: End of an Era?
Is the Erdogan era coming to an end? We will know on May 14th.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 12, 2023
NSA Conclave: a New Security Alignment?
The unprecedented getting together of NSAs of the U.S., Saudi Arabia, UAE and India has invoked a great deal of interest. Does it augur new alignments?
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 12, 2023
Cutting the Afghan Gordian Knot
That things are seriously deteriorating in Afghanistan was made clear when under Chinese guidance, Pakistan and Afghan representatives met in Islamabad.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 5, 2023
Russia-Iran: a Sanctions Proof Corridor
‘Sanctions free corridor’ that Russia and Iran are aspiring for to extend their trade to the markets of India.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 5, 2023
The South Pacific: an Emerging Battleground?
With Chinese making rapid progress in expanding its influence over the South Pacific, the U.S. is returning to this long-neglected geography.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 5, 2023
Thaw at the Sco?
Recently the defence ministers of India and China met on the sidelines of the SCO Summit. This came as border tensions between them reached an all-time high.
World - Analyses & Assessments - May 5, 2023
Putting the Past Behind
Historically at daggers drawn, South Korea and Japan are compelled by geopolitical pressures to seek an alliance.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Apr 29, 2023
IWT-taking a Firm Stand
India’s notice to Pakistan seeking to review the 62-year-old Indus Water Treaty is a significant step in the long-standing dispute over water sharing.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Apr 29, 2023
Shifting Antipodean Geopolitical Stance
Fast-changing power dynamics of the Indo-Pacific have compelled Australia to review its defence posture.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Apr 29, 2023
Norway’s Salmon Tax: Can Resource Rent Tax Work?
Norway's salmon tax is a real-life example of taxing a lucrative aquaculture industry using ocean resources.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Apr 29, 2023
U.S. and India: Strengthening the Alliance?
Is the acknowledgement of the commonalities of challenges faced by India and the U.S. by the Commander of the powerful USINDOPACOM