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A Political Earthquake

Elections in Argentina are always full of surprises, and this time around, it was no different!

Colombia: A Green Pivot!

In a country heavily dependent on oil and coal, the leftist leadership is planning to shift away from fossil fuels.

A Pivotal Diplomatic Encounter?

The world witnessed a much-needed moment as U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a crucial summit in San Francisco.

Indonesia: The Road to Elections

Next year's Indonesian Presidential Election is keenly being monitored as they have implications far beyond the archipelago's shores.

From Animosity to Solidarity?

With Riyadh and Teheran speaking in similar voices on Gaza, will the Chinese-mediated rapprochement receive a boost?

Addressing Frontiers of AI

For the ethical use of AI, transparency and accountability must be the fundamental principles in deploying AI systems.

Sugar for Fuel

Brazilian and Indian interests converge at the WTO as both strive for pivotal sugar-based ethanol production.

A Balancing Act in Central Asia

Given recent domestic turmoil and the economic disruptions of the Ukraine war, Kazakhstan walks a tightrope to adapt and prevail.

Trouble in ‘Sonar Bangla’

As Bangladesh heads for the January elections, the political temperature rises dramatically causing concerns globally.

Navigating the European Landscape

The EU Summit brought together its members in a gesture of unity that is much needed.

Welcome No More!

A return home is not always a welcome one!

The Rocky Road to Democracy

Sanctioned by the U.S. and struggling with internal contradictions, oil-rich Venezuela makes another bid to restore democratic norms.

A Death Blow to Peace

Will the U.S.-backed rapprochement between Arab countries led by Saudi Arabia and Israel survive the October 7th mayhem?

The Global Benefactor?

As the ambitious BRI completes its first decade, Beijing chose the occasion to showcase its role as a Global Benefactor.

Caught in a Web

The otherwise flourishing Indo-Qatar relationship has been caught in a web of 'espionage' forcing India on a backfoot.

EU Piles on the Pressure!

EU raises the stakes in the Sahel region to pressurise the military junta to restore democratic dispensations.

A Master Stoke ?

Oct 7th assault by Hamas has the potential to change the direction of the peace process in the Middle East.

Testing the Waters

China continues to push the envelope to emphasise its strength in the disputed South China Seas, with an eye to evaluate American responses.

Promises, Realities, and Challenges

The complexities of governance have revealed the absence of easy solutions to Italy's immigration predicament.

Stirring Up a Hornets’ Nest

As Bhutan courts China to bring peace to its disputed borders, there could be anxiety in New Delhi.