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Crisis Without Borders: Leadership and Communication in a Fragmented World
Crisis Without Borders: Leadership and Communication in a Fragmented World
Article argues transboundary crises demand integrated leadership and communication systems, urging Global South institutions to professionalize crisis management to prevent fragmentation, preserve leg... Read More...


The US-Israeli War on Iran: First Month Comprehensive Report on Political Dynamics
The US-Israeli War on Iran: First Month Comprehensive Report on Political Dynamics
Timeline and analysis of the Iran War. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (04/01/2026) Read More...


Teaching Around the Truth: How Fragile and Conflict-Affected States Rewrite Human Rights Education
Teaching Around the Truth: How Fragile and Conflict-Affected States Rewrite Human Rights Education
Article argues fragile states reshape human rights education through selective narratives, promoting nationalism and legitimacy while obscuring past abuses—undermining reconciliation and critical demo... Read More...


The Theology of Value
The Theology of Value
How economic measures become doctrine. By Muhammad Adel Zaky (03/22/2026) Read More...


Artificial Intelligence, Social Responsibility, and the Future of the Judiciary
Artificial Intelligence, Social Responsibility, and the Future of the Judiciary
Remarks by Honourable Justice Ernest Petric concerning AI, social responsibility, and the future of the Judiciary. (03/20/2026) Read More...


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The CFA Franc and the Long Shadow of Colonialism: Why Many Francophone African Countries Still Use a French Linked Currency
Article argues the CFA franc sustains colonial-era monetary dependence, constraining African sovereignty despite stability benefits, as growing movements push for independent, Africa-controlled altern... Read More...


Upcoming event:  Litigation and International Arbitration in the Age of AI - March 26
Upcoming event: Litigation and International Arbitration in the Age of AI - March 26
Upcoming event from Future Governance: Litigation and International Arbitration in the Age of AI - March 26 Contact office@future-governance.org for more details Read More...


US-Israel War of Choice on Iran: Report on Political Dynamics of the First Two-Week Period
US-Israel War of Choice on Iran: Report on Political Dynamics of the First Two-Week Period
Timeline and analysis of the Iran War. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (03/17/2026) Read More...


Systems Thinking: Urban Development and Beyond
Systems Thinking: Urban Development and Beyond
Article argues systems thinking offers holistic solutions to urban challenges—linking housing, governance, creativity, and citizen participation to build resilient, inclusive cities in an increasingly... Read More...


Building New Countries by Agreement
Building New Countries by Agreement
A treaty-based approach to State Formation. By Julien Andrew Starr. (03/12/2026) Read More...


The Role of International Organizations in Promoting Fiscal Transparency and Accountability
The Role of International Organizations in Promoting Fiscal Transparency and Accountability
International organizations play an important role in helping governments become more transparent and accountable in managing public finances. By setting global standards, providing technical assistan... Read More...


The US-Israeli War of Choice on Iran: A Comprehensive Report on Recent Political Developments
The US-Israeli War of Choice on Iran: A Comprehensive Report on Recent Political Developments
Analysis and timeline of Iran War. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (03/06/2025) Read More...


Territorialising the Non-Territorial: Manufacturing Dysfunctional States
Territorialising the Non-Territorial: Manufacturing Dysfunctional States
Fragmentation of the European Security Order – a brief history. Authors discuss the territorial re-arrangement that might ‘silently’ occur. By Zlatko Hadžidedic and Senadin Lavic. (03/05/2026) Read More...


From Stagnation to Rejuvenation: The Re-emergence of Nuclear Power as a Pillar of Global Energy Security
From Stagnation to Rejuvenation: The Re-emergence of Nuclear Power as a Pillar of Global Energy Security
Author arguing that after decades of stagnation following the Chornobyl and Fukushima disasters, nuclear energy is re-emerging as a central pillar of the global energy transition. By Sidra Shaukat. (0... Read More...


The Future of Elections in The Age of AI
The Future of Elections in The Age of AI
Author analysis the use and potential impacts of Artificial Intelligence in the electoral process. By Nolan Murell. (03/03/2026) Read More...


Mission Future: A Shared Blueprint for the Urban Renaissance
Mission Future: A Shared Blueprint for the Urban Renaissance
Article presents Mission Future as a blueprint for human-centered urban governance, blending AI analysis and global case studies to prioritize well-being, participation, sustainability, and resilient ... Read More...


A Tale of Two Elections in Japan and Thailand
A Tale of Two Elections in Japan and Thailand
Article compares Japan and Thailand’s elections, arguing nationalist incumbents triumphed through institutional advantages, opposition fragmentation, and security anxieties—signaling renewed conservat... Read More...


The “Metabolism of the Corridor”: India-Japan Infrastructure and the Reconfiguration of the Indian Ocean Governance
The “Metabolism of the Corridor”: India-Japan Infrastructure and the Reconfiguration of the Indian Ocean Governance
Analysis of the “Metabolism of the Corridor” that frames the evolving India-Japan partnership as a shift from traditional, command-based maritime strategies toward a distributed, systemic model of inf... Read More...


Big Targets, Bigger Bottlenecks: Russia’s Arctic 2035 at Midpoint
Big Targets, Bigger Bottlenecks: Russia’s Arctic 2035 at Midpoint
Article audits Russia’s Arctic 2035 strategy, arguing sovereignty-through-development persists but export bottlenecks, LNG constraints, and thin global transit expose structural limits at mid-decade. ... Read More...


OSCE Ministerial Aftermath: Europe’s Hard Choice — Selective or Collective Security?
OSCE Ministerial Aftermath: Europe’s Hard Choice — Selective or Collective Security?
Article discusses Europe’s security crisis as a long erosion of the Helsinki spirit, warning that selective security practices now threaten the OSCE’s vision of collective, indivisible stability. By S... Read More...


National Realism and the Return of Sovereignty
National Realism and the Return of Sovereignty
Article argues that what is widely described as international disorder is better understood as a strategic adaptation by states to weaponized interdependence. By Dr. Aaron T. Walter. (02/16/2026) Read More...


Baloch Ethnic Conflict
Baloch Ethnic Conflict
Article analyses the Baloch ethnic conflict in Pakistan. It states that the Baloch ethnic tension has roots in the pre-partition history of Pakistan. By Pashtana Murad. (02/12/2026) Read More...


The Future of Urban Development
The Future of Urban Development
Author elaborates on one of the most pressing issues of Global South – uncontrolled urbanisation and the need for System thinking.By Dr J Scott Younger. (02/12/2026) Read More...


Youth Voices, Artificial Intelligence, and Mental Balance: Insights from 1st Essay Comp. on Right to Analog Life
Youth Voices, Artificial Intelligence, and Mental Balance: Insights from 1st Essay Comp. on Right to Analog Life
Reflections on youth-led essay competition to show how young people critically engage AI’s mental-health impacts—arguing inclusive, intergenerational dialogue is vital to balancing innovation with hum... Read More...


How is Value Measured?  Marx’s Question That the Guardians of Orthodoxy Evade
How is Value Measured? Marx’s Question That the Guardians of Orthodoxy Evade
Essay argues Marxist value theory collapses without a true measure, proposing “necessary calories” as a scientific unit to restore objective value and resolve longstanding contradictions. By Muhammad ... Read More...


Money, Commodities, and Prices
Money, Commodities, and Prices
Essay challenges monetary orthodoxy, arguing prices are driven by systemic capitalist dynamics—not money supply—reframing inflation as a structural outcome of value circulation and surplus extraction.... Read More...


The Iran-US Conflict: Analysis of the Politics
The Iran-US Conflict: Analysis of the Politics
Analysis and timeline of the Iranian protests and Iran-US relations. By Sohail Mahmood. (01/20/2026) Read More...


NATO’s Cracks That Will Never Heal
NATO’s Cracks That Will Never Heal
Author argues NATO’s deepest crisis is eroding trust, as U.S. leaders normalize alliance betrayal, turning collective defense into a fragile, transactional arrangement rather than a shared commitment.... Read More...


From Infrastructure to Intelligence: The Next Frontier in Urban Development
From Infrastructure to Intelligence: The Next Frontier in Urban Development
Author argues cities must adopt systems-based, socially embedded urban governance—integrating innovation, inclusion, and long-term resilience—especially in the rapidly urbanizing Global South. By Anne... Read More...


ASEAN’s Multilateral Dilemma: Continuity and Change from NAM to BRICS (No Asian Century without true multilateralism)
ASEAN’s Multilateral Dilemma: Continuity and Change from NAM to BRICS (No Asian Century without true multilateralism)
Discussion with Evi Fitriani, Dean of the FISIP, University of Indonesia and Prof. Anis H. Bajrektarevic who elaborate on the strategic dilemma for ASEAN in the light of increased power-politics on th... Read More...


Climate Policy Starts with the Budget
Climate Policy Starts with the Budget
Author argues that climate change is no longer just an environmental challenge but a central fiscal one. It explains how rising climate risks are already affecting government budgets through higher di... Read More...


eBook: AI and Robotics
eBook: AI and Robotics
New eBook publication: AI and Robotics Read More...


Spontaneity Framework: Rethinking International Relations through Dynamic Adaptive Realism
Spontaneity Framework: Rethinking International Relations through Dynamic Adaptive Realism
In this overview of the book, author presenst Dynamic Adaptive Realism (DAR) and the Spontaneity Framework for international relations. By Dr. Muzammil Ahad Dar.(01/09/2026) Read More...


Bengal’s Forgotten Role in the Making of Pakistan
Bengal’s Forgotten Role in the Making of Pakistan
Explores the historical Bengali influence in Pakistan. By Faseeh Naqvi. (01/06/2025) Read More...


Technology – Mind – Health: Keynote by Vladimir Norov at Technology–Mind–Health Summit
Technology – Mind – Health: Keynote by Vladimir Norov at Technology–Mind–Health Summit
Keynote speech by Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), Vladimir Norov, at The Technology–Mind–Health summit organised by the Global Academy for Future Governance (GAFG) on... Read More...


A Critique of the Theory of the Asiatic Mode of Production
A Critique of the Theory of the Asiatic Mode of Production
This essay critiques the Asiatic Mode of Production as Eurocentric, arguing capitalism’s laws operated globally long before Europe, and that modes of production are misread through Western historical ... Read More...


Apartheid in Afghanistan
Apartheid in Afghanistan
Essay examines the Taliban's statutes that are governing women and issues facing humanitarian response. By Autumn White. (12/23/2025) Read More...


Critique of the Functions of Money
Critique of the Functions of Money
Essay challenges orthodox economics, arguing money cannot measure value, which instead derives from socially expended human energy, calling for a fundamental rethinking of political economy. By Muhamm... Read More...


AUKUS and the Quad: Synthesis of Power and Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
AUKUS and the Quad: Synthesis of Power and Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
Author argues that AUKUS and the Quad form a complementary Indo-Pacific strategy, combining hard-power deterrence with institutional cooperation to manage security, climate, and supply-chain risks. By... Read More...


Exploring Technology, Mind, and Health with Global Academy
Exploring Technology, Mind, and Health with Global Academy
Report on the recent event organized by the GA and its partners, including Modern Diplomacy. By Yoshika Nundkoomar. (12/17/2025) Read More...


Crisis Management and Crisis Communication Management: Guidance for Leaders in the Global South
Crisis Management and Crisis Communication Management: Guidance for Leaders in the Global South
Author examines pressing issues facing crisis management and crisis communication management in the Global South. By Silvie Drahošová. (12/15/2025) Read More...


Deconstructing Value: A Journey Beyond Marxism and the Market
Deconstructing Value: A Journey Beyond Marxism and the Market
Essay argues that Marxism misinterprets value by relying on labor-time, proposing instead a radical shift to measuring socially expended human energy to reclaim value’s human essence. By Muhammad Adel... Read More...


Why are the Russia-Ukraine Negotiations Going Nowhere?
Why are the Russia-Ukraine Negotiations Going Nowhere?
Author argues that Russia-Ukraine negotiations stall because Putin seeks imperial restoration, exploits Western disunity, and rejects Ukraine’s sovereignty—while U.S. diplomatic missteps have weakened... Read More...


Bangladesh After Hasina: Shifting Regional Choices
Bangladesh After Hasina: Shifting Regional Choices
Essay argues Bangladesh’s post-Hasina transition is reshaping regional alignments—weakening India’s influence while creating openings for China, Pakistan, and the U.S. to compete for strategic foothol... Read More...


How John Locke’s Property Theory Construes from His Inconsistent Ideals of Freedom, Labor, and Equality
How John Locke’s Property Theory Construes from His Inconsistent Ideals of Freedom, Labor, and Equality
An examination of John Locke’s property theory and its contradictions when placed against his own ideals of freedom, labor, and equality. By Joellyn Faye G. Ocampo. (12/04/2025) Read More...


The Crisis of Economic Science in the Arab World
The Crisis of Economic Science in the Arab World
What are the issues facing Economic Science education in the Arab world? By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (12/02/2025) Read More...


The Democratic Crisis in Arab Political Systems
The Democratic Crisis in Arab Political Systems
Author analysis the state of democracy in in Arab states. By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (11/28/2025) Read More...


From Rent to Genocide: Dissecting the Economic Architecture of War in Sudan
From Rent to Genocide: Dissecting the Economic Architecture of War in Sudan
Author argues Sudan’s war stems from a collapsed rentier economy—where elites, militias, and foreign powers convert resource extraction into systemic violence, eroding the state itself. By Muhammad Ad... Read More...


On the Warning in the Language of Nepal's Revolutionary Discourse
On the Warning in the Language of Nepal's Revolutionary Discourse
Essay argues Nepal’s protests reflect a deeper class rupture—exposing a failing rentier, corrupt political order rather than mere youth discontent or generational frustration By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (1... Read More...


A Critique of the Spirit That Produced Political Economy
A Critique of the Spirit That Produced Political Economy
Author presents a critique of the civilizational foundations that gave rise to political economy as a European social science. By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (11/17/2025) Read More...


A Critique of the Measure of Value
A Critique of the Measure of Value
This new study advances the correct standard of value: the socially necessary quantity of energy expended in production, measured in necessary kilocalories. By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (11/19/2025) Read More...


On the Dialectical Becoming of the Medium of Exchange
On the Dialectical Becoming of the Medium of Exchange
Essay examining the historical search for objective law governing evolution of the medium of exchange. By Muhammad Adel Zaky Read More...


What is money?
What is money?
Essay redefines money as a political and legal construct—arguing its value stems from sovereign authority, not material substance, linking monetary power to state legitimacy. By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (1... Read More...


The Trump Plan and the Issue of Palestinian Independence: The Politics Analyzed
The Trump Plan and the Issue of Palestinian Independence: The Politics Analyzed
Timeline and analysis. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (10/22/2025) Read More...


India’s Multi-Alignment Dilemma
India’s Multi-Alignment Dilemma
Analysis of India’s multi-alignment strategy—balancing relations with the U.S., China, Russia, and others—arguing domestic weaknesses and strategic contradictions limit its credibility and global infl... Read More...


Critique of the Theory of Unequal Exchange
Critique of the Theory of Unequal Exchange
Essay argues that unequal exchange, when understood as a departure from the law of value, is a theoretical misconception. By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (10/17/2025) Read More...


Europe - In Search of its Moral Triumph (Lessons from Iceland, Bhutan, and New Zealand)
Europe - In Search of its Moral Triumph (Lessons from Iceland, Bhutan, and New Zealand)
Analysis of Europe’s renewal and argues it depends on redefining prosperity—learning from Iceland, Bhutan, and New Zealand to prioritize well-being, inclusion, and moral leadership over economic growt... Read More...


Provenance or Propaganda? AI-Generated War Imagery and the Geopolitics of Truth
Provenance or Propaganda? AI-Generated War Imagery and the Geopolitics of Truth
Analysis of how AI-generated imagery transformed the 2025 Israel–Iran conflict into the first “AI war,” exposing deepfake propaganda’s power to distort truth and erode global trust. By Alena Gribanova... Read More...


Gender Representation and Judicial Efficacy: An Analysis of Gender Dynamics in the U.S. Supreme Court
Gender Representation and Judicial Efficacy: An Analysis of Gender Dynamics in the U.S. Supreme Court
argues that a female-majority U.S. Supreme Court would not inherently enhance justice—contending that balanced gender representation best ensures impartial, cooperative, and effective judicial decisio... Read More...


From War Zones to Greek Shores: How Ukrainian and Syrian Refugees Are Portrayed in the Greek Press
From War Zones to Greek Shores: How Ukrainian and Syrian Refugees Are Portrayed in the Greek Press
A comparative media study shows Greek press portrays Syrian refugees as threats and Ukrainians as victims, reflecting cultural bias, geopolitical interests, and policy alignment. By Despina Anastasiou... Read More...


Book review: The Narrow Corridor: States, Societies, and the Fate of Liberty
Book review: The Narrow Corridor: States, Societies, and the Fate of Liberty
Book review of The Narrow Corridor: States, Societies, and the Fate of Liberty by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson. By Muhammad Salman. Read More...


The Endgame of the Gaza War and Regional Politics
The Endgame of the Gaza War and Regional Politics
Timeline and analysis of developments. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. 09/23/2025 Read More...


How Demographic Changes Will Affect Public Finance Sustainability
How Demographic Changes Will Affect Public Finance Sustainability
Article examines how demographic shifts—aging populations, youth bulges, migration, and urbanization—reshape revenues, expenditures, and intergenerational equity, demanding adaptive, forward-looking f... Read More...


Israel's war on Gaza: The Last Chapter?
Israel's war on Gaza: The Last Chapter?
Reviewing recent developments in the Israel-Gaza conflict. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (09/11/2025) Read More...


Social Vulnerabilities in Human Trafficking
Social Vulnerabilities in Human Trafficking
Paper examines factors affecting current human trafficking around the globe. By Siyona Jain. (09/01/2025) Read More...


More Good than Harm: How Behavior Engendered by the Hope of Profit is Better Compared to if Enterprises were Completely Owned by Charities or Gov.
More Good than Harm: How Behavior Engendered by the Hope of Profit is Better Compared to if Enterprises were Completely Owned by Charities or Gov.
Article argues that profit-driven behavior, despite risks and ethical pitfalls, fosters innovation and growth—proving more effective than charity- or government-run economic models. By Yixuan Yuan. (0... Read More...


Research Suggests Capital Punishment is Flawed from a Practical and Ethical Perspective
Research Suggests Capital Punishment is Flawed from a Practical and Ethical Perspective
Paper argues the death penalty is ineffective in terms of its deterrence and economic effects. By Vijay Deshaboina. (08/30/2025) Read More...


US Green Economy Leadership: Strategic Investments,  Missing Rings and the Importance of Sanctions
US Green Economy Leadership: Strategic Investments, Missing Rings and the Importance of Sanctions
Essay analyzes U.S. green economy leadership, highlighting successes of public investment while urging carbon pricing, regulatory reforms, and sanctions to secure sustainable global competitiveness. B... Read More...


Strategic Amnesia: Revisiting the Overlooked Ally Amid China's Rise
Strategic Amnesia: Revisiting the Overlooked Ally Amid China's Rise
Article urges revitalizing U.S.-Pakistan ties to counter China’s growing influence, citing shared history, shifting alliances, and the need for strategic, proactive engagement. By Dr. Omer Nawaz. (08/... Read More...


Bangsamoro Peace Process Hits Snag Amid Political Tensions
Bangsamoro Peace Process Hits Snag Amid Political Tensions
Analysis of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front’s delay in final disarmament, linking it to unmet socio-economic promises and rising political tensions ahead of BARMM’s first parliamentary elections. By... Read More...


Ramil Abbasov - Bio
Ramil Abbasov - Bio
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Securitizing AI in Cyberspace: A New Frontier in Indo-Pak Non-Conventional Warfare
Securitizing AI in Cyberspace: A New Frontier in Indo-Pak Non-Conventional Warfare
Beyond the idea of borders and bullets, India and Pakistan are engaging in a silent war backed by non-conventional use of networks, algorithms, and Artificial Intelligence. By Jannat Naseeb. (07/28/20... Read More...


Economic Diplomacy in the Digital Age
Economic Diplomacy in the Digital Age
Report highlights global expert insights on economic diplomacy in the digital age—examining AI’s risks and potential, cybersecurity, space law, and adaptive governance for a tech-driven future. By Jeh... Read More...


China’s Passive Role: Calculated Strategy or Leadership Gap?
China’s Passive Role: Calculated Strategy or Leadership Gap?
Article analyzes China’s global passivity—arguing it may be a strategic effort to avoid entanglements and expand soft power, or a sign of leadership limitations. By Nadhem Mahmoudi. (07/21/2025) Read More...


How to Prevent Iran from Going Nuclear: Is Attacking Nuclear Facilities a Panacea for Non-proliferation?
How to Prevent Iran from Going Nuclear: Is Attacking Nuclear Facilities a Panacea for Non-proliferation?
Author argues that military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities escalate proliferation risks—stressing diplomacy, not force, as the only sustainable path to non-proliferation. By Sana Ahmed. (07/19/... Read More...


How the Israel-Iran Conflict Impacts Energy Security
How the Israel-Iran Conflict Impacts Energy Security
Article examines how the Iran–Israel conflict threatens global energy security—raising oil prices, destabilizing supply routes, and forcing Asian powers to balance diplomacy with economic survival. By... Read More...


Mental Health, Innovation and the Politics of Space of Digital Era
Mental Health, Innovation and the Politics of Space of Digital Era
Article highlights the intersection of AI, urban innovation, and mental health—emphasizing that ethical design, empathy, and physical connection are vital in shaping humane digital futures. By Tetiana... Read More...


The Impact of Government Expenditures on Economic Development in Pakistan
The Impact of Government Expenditures on Economic Development in Pakistan
Paper argues that government expenditure on economic development—especially in education, infrastructure, and healthcare—is critical for long-term growth, stability, and poverty reduction in developin... Read More...


Comparative Study of Reconciliation Efforts in Post-Conflict Societies: Key Takeaways from selected regions of the world
Comparative Study of Reconciliation Efforts in Post-Conflict Societies: Key Takeaways from selected regions of the world
Keynote address at the UN Conference in Vienna to mark 11th July (Endorsed by the UN General Assembly as the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Srebrenica Genocide). By Prof... Read More...


Mental Health, Innovation and the Politics of Space of Digital Era
Mental Health, Innovation and the Politics of Space of Digital Era
Report explores how AI, urban design, and digital spaces impact mental health—emphasizing that empathy, human connection, and inclusive city planning remain essential in a tech-driven world. By Tetian... Read More...


Fiscal Foundations for a Greener Future: The Role of Public Finance in Supporting Global Sustainability Initiatives
Fiscal Foundations for a Greener Future: The Role of Public Finance in Supporting Global Sustainability Initiatives
Article argues that public finance must evolve into a strategic engine for sustainability—driving climate action, equity, and global cooperation through smarter taxation, investment, and budgetary ref... Read More...


Beyond the Soul of AI:  Art, Ethics, and the Future of Human Expression
Beyond the Soul of AI: Art, Ethics, and the Future of Human Expression
Report explores how AI intersects with art, ethics, and global culture—highlighting both its creative promise and urgent need for thoughtful, cross-disciplinary regulation and dialogue. By Nasya Aiskh... Read More...


The End of Liberal Optimism? Global Democratic Decline and the Search for Renewal
The End of Liberal Optimism? Global Democratic Decline and the Search for Renewal
Article examines global democratic decline, arguing that liberalism must adapt through civic renewal, institutional accountability, and international cooperation to withstand rising authoritarianism a... Read More...


Smart Production in the Connected World
Smart Production in the Connected World
Report summarizes expert insights on AI-driven innovation in healthcare, aviation, and robotics—highlighting both groundbreaking potential and ethical, technical, and infrastructural challenges ahead.... Read More...


Regional Hegemony and Contagious Conflictual Rivalry: Domination, Insecurity, and the Crisis of Resolution
Regional Hegemony and Contagious Conflictual Rivalry: Domination, Insecurity, and the Crisis of Resolution
Article introduces “contagious conflictual rivalry” to explain how regional hegemonic ambitions—seen in India–Pakistan and Israel–Iran dynamics—fuel insecurity, escalate conflicts, and block lasting p... Read More...


Deng Xiaoping's 1979 Visit to the United States: The Origins of U.S.-China Economic Cooperation and Co-Dependency
Deng Xiaoping's 1979 Visit to the United States: The Origins of U.S.-China Economic Cooperation and Co-Dependency
Article focuses on Deng Xiaoping’s 1979 visit to the United States, arguing that economic interdependence has been the keystone of today’s U.S.-China relations, then analyzes the current crisis of “Ch... Read More...


From Algorithms to Influence: Navigating the Strategic Layers of AI
From Algorithms to Influence: Navigating the Strategic Layers of AI
Recap of the 4th round of the program, ‘Understanding AI and Robotics’, presented by IFIMES. By Samir Mujkovic. (06/19/2025 Read More...


AI, Power, and Responsibility: Understanding the Stakes in a Changing World
AI, Power, and Responsibility: Understanding the Stakes in a Changing World
Keynote speech delivered by The Rt Hon Geoffrey Hoon, Former UK Secretary of State for Defence. Delivered at "Understanding AI and Robotics", Global Academy for the Geo-Politico-Technological Futures ... Read More...


Military Deception and Media: A Romanian Perspective
Military Deception and Media: A Romanian Perspective
Article explores military deception, as part of information operations, while targeting the military decision maker; with particular focus to the role of traditional and social media. By Dr. Jorge Mar... Read More...


Retrofitting a Framework of Strategic Adaptation: Improvisational Militarism in India and Pakistan
Retrofitting a Framework of Strategic Adaptation: Improvisational Militarism in India and Pakistan
Article explores how India and Pakistan use jugaad—frugal, improvised innovation—to retrofit aging military systems, enabling strategic adaptability despite resource and technology constraints. By Dr.... Read More...


Artificial Intelligence and Defensive Modernization
Artificial Intelligence and Defensive Modernization
How is AI reshaping global security, defense strategies, and geopolitical power dynamics? Report on session from the ‘Understanding AI Program’, presented by the Silkroad 4.0 Platform, the Internation... Read More...


Global Dialogue on Bridging Humans and Robots
Global Dialogue on Bridging Humans and Robots
Report on Second Session of Understanding AI and Robotics. By Inna Turchenko. (06/05/2025) Read More...


China's Strategic Embrace of the Taliban: A New Geopolitical Order and the Recalibration of Regional Diplomacy
China's Strategic Embrace of the Taliban: A New Geopolitical Order and the Recalibration of Regional Diplomacy
Paper examines China’s calculated engagement with the Taliban regime, analysing the motivations behind its diplomatic recognition, economic investments, and security assurances. By Dr. Muzammil Ahad D... Read More...


Islands as Catalysts in U.S.-Iran Conflict: Maritime Chokepoint as Miniature Flashpoints
Islands as Catalysts in U.S.-Iran Conflict: Maritime Chokepoint as Miniature Flashpoints
Article analyzes how militarized islands in the Gulf and Indian Ocean exacerbate U.S.-Iran tensions—arguing they act as flashpoints that risk escalating local conflicts into broader crises. By Read More...


Re-building Trust with Africa to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Re-building Trust with Africa to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Article argues the U.S. must increase its development engagement—not just to compete with China, but to rebuild trust with African partners. By offering long-term, low-risk loans and prioritizing face... Read More...


Beyond Borders: Green Criminology and the Rohingya Refugee Crisis
Beyond Borders: Green Criminology and the Rohingya Refugee Crisis
Article examines the Rohingya refugee crisis through the lens of green criminology, focusing on environmental harm and victimization experienced by both displaced Rohingya populations and local ecosys... Read More...


Murder In the Congo! Human Rights Abuses and Heroism in the Congo Free State
Murder In the Congo! Human Rights Abuses and Heroism in the Congo Free State
This essay documents the human rights abuses in the Congo Free State under King Leopold II—highlighting E.D. Morel’s campaign that exposed these atrocities and sparked a global human rights movement. ... Read More...


Nature and Capitalism: Critical Bonhomie
Nature and Capitalism: Critical Bonhomie
Author examines how India’s 2025 monsoon season reveals the fragile interdependence of ecological and capitalist systems—calling for structural reforms to reconcile climate risk and economic stability... Read More...


The Role of African Union and the Arab League in supporting political integration and stability in South Sudan
The Role of African Union and the Arab League in supporting political integration and stability in South Sudan
A case study of Darfur. By Zeina Amir Seedahmed Abdallah. 05/27/2025 Read More...


Legality and Morality in the Digital Age: A Global Call for Action
Legality and Morality in the Digital Age: A Global Call for Action
Article calls for urgent global action to protect children from digital exploitation—highlighting legal gaps, AI misuse, and the need for cross-sector cooperation and accountability. By Jenna Ellis. (... Read More...


The Trans-Caspian Pipeline: A Game-Changer for Europe’s Energy Security – Who Holds the Power?
The Trans-Caspian Pipeline: A Game-Changer for Europe’s Energy Security – Who Holds the Power?
Analysis explores the strategic importance of the proposed Trans-Caspian Pipeline—highlighting its potential to boost Europe’s energy security while facing geopolitical, legal, and financial hurdles. ... Read More...


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Conflict and Conviction: Understanding Pugnaciousism Framework in Recent India-Pak Conflict
Conflict and Conviction: Understanding Pugnaciousism Framework in Recent India-Pak Conflict
Paper applies the concept of Pugnaciousism to the 2025 Pahalgam attack, arguing that normalized aggression fuels cycles of violence in Kashmir—hindering peace, deepening mistrust, and complicating Ind... Read More...


Fueling Resilience: The EU’s Energy Transition and the Decline of Russian Dominance
Fueling Resilience: The EU’s Energy Transition and the Decline of Russian Dominance
Article examines how the EU’s energy crisis, triggered by Russia’s war in Ukraine, accelerated a shift toward diversification and green energy—while highlighting persistent economic and political vuln... Read More...


Decentralizing Power: A New Energy Strategy for Africa, with Guinea as a case study
Decentralizing Power: A New Energy Strategy for Africa, with Guinea as a case study
Advocating for decentralized energy in Africa—highlighting mini hydro dams as faster, cheaper, and more resilient alternatives to mega-projects, using Guinea as a promising case study. By Oumar Fofana... Read More...


The Post India-Pakistan War Situation: What Next?
The Post India-Pakistan War Situation: What Next?
Analysis of tensions in India-Pakistan and possible next steps. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (05/13/2025) Read More...


New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times
New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times
Read the latest issue of emstrongInternational Affairs Forum where academics, practitioners, and our Student Award Winners discuss issues facing the world in 2025, from democracy, to climate change, A... Read More...


Humanitarian Corridor: Balancing Regional Security, Migration Flows, and National Sovereignty
Humanitarian Corridor: Balancing Regional Security, Migration Flows, and National Sovereignty
Article explores the proposed humanitarian corridor in Myanmar’s Rakhine State—highlighting its potential to aid Rohingya refugees while warning of risks to sovereignty, regional security, and refugee... Read More...


Creative Economy and the OSCE
Creative Economy and the OSCE
Article highlights how creative industries can combat exploitation and trafficking—especially of minors—by promoting empowerment, ethical work, and inclusive economic opportunities. By Nasya Aiskha Sa... Read More...


What Happens If ASEAN Bloc Starts Taxing Each Other? A Prediction and Solution Using the Polluter Pays Principle
What Happens If ASEAN Bloc Starts Taxing Each Other? A Prediction and Solution Using the Polluter Pays Principle
essay urges ASEAN to replace weak voluntary environmental agreements with enforceable penalties, using the Polluter Pays Principle to tackle transboundary haze and pollution. By Qarmila Qiasatina. (05... Read More...


India-Pakistan Current Tensions and the Issue of Kashmir: Next Steps for Resolving the Simmering Dispute?
India-Pakistan Current Tensions and the Issue of Kashmir: Next Steps for Resolving the Simmering Dispute?
Brief concerning heightened tensions after the Pahalgam attack in Kashmir. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (05/03/2025) Read More...


Media Freedom at a new Crossroads? A Shared Responsibility in the Digital Age
Media Freedom at a new Crossroads? A Shared Responsibility in the Digital Age
Policy proposal on Media Technology Freedom and Protection made by the United Nations Undersecretary General (aD). By Nora Wolf. (04/28/2025) Read More...


Pakistan extended an olive branch to Afghanistan in a flag-hoisting ceremony in Kabul despite persisting issues
Pakistan extended an olive branch to Afghanistan in a flag-hoisting ceremony in Kabul despite persisting issues
Article argues that resolving Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions hinges on regional connectivity, sustainable peace, and anti-terrorism cooperation—stressing dialogue and joint economic projects like CPEC ... Read More...


The Aftermath of the Pahalgam Terrorist Attack: Rising Tension between India and Pakistan
The Aftermath of the Pahalgam Terrorist Attack: Rising Tension between India and Pakistan
article details the fallout from the Pahalgam terrorist attack in Kashmir, highlighting escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, diplomatic retaliations, and renewed fears of conflict without e... Read More...


External Article
The Taliban: From Ideological Insurgents to Organized Crime Syndicate
Analysis argues the Taliban has evolved from ideological insurgents into a sophisticated organized crime syndicate, exploiting the opium trade, human trafficking, and systemic coercion to fund its reg... Read More...


(Invisible) Angles of the Cyber World
(Invisible) Angles of the Cyber World
Profile of activist Laila Mickelwait’s global fight against online sex trafficking and exploitation, exposing abuses in the porn industry and advocating for legal reforms to protect vulnerable individ... Read More...


Global Commons and Collective Action: Sustainable Strategies for Managing Global Public Goods
Global Commons and Collective Action: Sustainable Strategies for Managing Global Public Goods
Paper explores sustainable strategies for managing global public goods and commons, advocating market-based incentives, legal frameworks, and international cooperation to address environmental degrada... Read More...


Don’t Let Austerity Gut the Public Sector Again
Don’t Let Austerity Gut the Public Sector Again
Article warns against reviving austerity policies, arguing they devastate public services, deepen inequality, and erode state capacity—urging smarter, equity-focused fiscal reforms to safeguard social... Read More...


How Pakistan Preserves Sikh Identity and Religious Heritage in the 21st Century
How Pakistan Preserves Sikh Identity and Religious Heritage in the 21st Century
Article highlights Pakistan’s efforts to preserve Sikh religious heritage and promote interfaith harmony through cultural diplomacy, religious tourism, and inclusive policies—strengthening its image a... Read More...


Centering Youth in the Fight Against Child Exploitation
Centering Youth in the Fight Against Child Exploitation
Plenary Speech by Phyllis Ruzvidzo at the OSCE. (2025). 25th Conference of the Alliance Against Trafficking in Persons: Protecting Childhoods, Shaping Futures. Vienna. (04/15/2025) Read More...


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