Geostrategic Media Political Commentary, Analysis, Security, Defense
Canada, as an independent country, fully established its sovereignty by adopting its own constitution in 1982. Although a member of the Commonwealth, it enjoys significant autonomy, with His Majesty King Charles III as the King of Canada and the nation’s Head of State, while the Prime Minister leads …
January, 2025
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5 January
Trump’s Populism and the MAGA Divide in Immigration and Global Implications
The U.S. presidential election has always had significant global ramifications, shaping economies and geopolitical landscapes across the world. The president of the United States is not merely a domestic leader but a central figure in international diplomacy and economics, which is why the world watches closely. While foreign …
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5 January
The UK’s Strategic Shift: Entering External Association with the United States
In the wake of Brexit and the UK’s evolving global role, establishing an external association with the United States merits serious consideration. Historical precedents, such as Scotland’s 1707 union with England and Éamon de Valera’s concept of Irish external association, suggest that this framework could provide the UK …
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5 January
Don’t Believe the Media or the Jihadists: Syria’s Transition Could Get Ugly
Syria’s Transition: The Media Sideshow The lightning rod offensive that toppled the regime of Bashar al-Assad invoked memories of the trajectories that manifested when dictators were ousted in Iraq in 2003, and rebellious countries joined the Arab Spring in 2011. Despite severed diplomatic relations and no government-to-government contact, …
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5 January
New Rulers of Syria and the Challenges of Building a State
What happened in Syria cannot be summarized as the fall of the ruling regime and the rise of another, due to Syria’s importance in the balance of power within regional and international politics. Syria’s importance lies in the fact that, for decades, it has been the “balance of …
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5 January
Assad’s Fall: Fault-lines and Russia’s Geopolitical Gambit
On December 8, as opposition forces breached Damascus, Syria’s longest-serving dictator sought political asylum in Russia. This marked a historic global shift from dictatorship to rebellion, culminating in the fall of over 50 years of Assad family. By the end of December 8, Syria had fallen to opposition …
December, 2024
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30 December
The Future of American Grand Strategy in the Trump Era
For decades, the United States has been a cornerstone of global order, guiding the world through its grand strategy rooted in multilateralism, economic leadership, and military dominance. This strategy, crafted in the aftermath of World War II, ensured national security while fostering global stability, cooperation, and prosperity. However, …
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30 December
‘Weaponisation of Starvation’: The Failing of International Humanitarian Law in Sudan’s War
“Never in modern history have so many people faced starvation and famine as in Sudan today,” experts selected by the United Nations Human Rights Council stated in October 2024.[i] On August 6th, 2024, a senior United Nations official warned the United Nations Security Council about the urgency of …
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30 December
ASEAN-Australia Strategic Partnership: Who Benefits More?
The ASEAN-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) offers a significant opportunity to enhance the stability and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region. This strategic partnership encompasses various sectors including security, economic cooperation, and social development, showcasing both parties’ dedication to fostering a stable, peaceful, and inclusive region. However, does Australia’s …
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