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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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

The Theology of Value How economic measures become doctrine. By Muhammad Adel Zaky (03/22/2026) Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

Building New Countries by Agreement A treaty-based approach to State Formation. By Julien Andrew Starr. (03/12/2026) Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

eBook: AI and Robotics New eBook publication: AI and Robotics Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

Bengal’s Forgotten Role in the Making of Pakistan Explores the historical Bengali influence in Pakistan. By Faseeh Naqvi. (01/06/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

The Trump Plan and the Issue of Palestinian Independence: The Politics Analyzed Timeline and analysis. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (10/22/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

The Endgame of the Gaza War and Regional Politics Timeline and analysis of developments. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. 09/23/2025 Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

Social Vulnerabilities in Human Trafficking Paper examines factors affecting current human trafficking around the globe. By Siyona Jain. (09/01/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

Global Dialogue on Bridging Humans and Robots Report on Second Session of Understanding AI and Robotics. By Inna Turchenko. (06/05/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

International Affairs Forum: 2025 - A Reset in Uncertain Times Read More... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

(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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

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... 0 Comments |

AI, Community Trust, and the Future of Security Paper accompanying talk on March 18th, 2025, organized by the International Institute IFIMES under the Finland’s OSCE Chairpersonship, the OSCE Freedom of the Media Rep, and the OSCE Office for Democr... Read More... 0 Comments |

Government Reform – Which Has Been Worse – Gore/NPR or Musk/DOGE? Article compares the Clinton-era National Performance Review (NPR) with Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative, arguing NPR achieved reform with minimal disruption, while DOGE’s chaotic, ideologically driven cut... Read More... 0 Comments |

Canada’s rapprochement with the European Union Article explores Canada’s strategic shift toward the EU amid strained U.S. relations, highlighting economic, defense, and political benefits—while acknowledging legal, geographic, and diplomatic obsta... Read More... 0 Comments |

Political Theory: National Referendum and Popular Sovereignty, Myth or Reality This scholarly paper critiques the concept of popular sovereignty, arguing that national referendums often fail to reflect true democratic control. It explores theoretical frameworks from Pettit, Rous... Read More... 0 Comments |

The Historical Case Against Russia and for Ukraine Analysis refutes Putin’s historical claims over Ukraine by tracing Kyiv’s deep-rooted sovereignty, highlighting centuries of cultural identity, resistance to domination, and internationally recognized... Read More... 0 Comments |

The High Price of Budget Cuts: Why Slashing Public Services Costs More Than It Saves Analysis argues that cutting public services like healthcare, education, and safety harms society long-term, urging smarter spending, tax reforms, and investment in essential infrastructure.By Ramil A... Read More... 0 Comments |

Fragmentation of Media Reality Steve Clemons' keynote to the annual event of Freedom of Media, arguing for the standing of media and dignity of journalism. (03/18/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

From the Code of Hammurabi to a Revised Rules-Based World Order Analysis traces democracy’s historical roots and the evolution of the rules-based global order, proposing reforms to strengthen democratic governance amid rising authoritarian threats. By James Stockm... Read More... 0 Comments |

Europe’s Train back to the Future: OSCE Analysis argues that Europe should prioritize cooperative security through OSCE, learning from ASEAN’s diplomatic success to reduce military escalation and prevent perpetual security dilemmas. By Prof... Read More... 0 Comments |

Was Biden’s Economy Worse, or Better, Than Trump 1.0 ? Analysis compares Biden's and Trump's economic records, highlighting Biden’s strong job growth, GDP recovery, and inflation control, but notes communication failures that shaped public perception. By ... Read More... 0 Comments |

The Effectiveness of Sanctions as a Foreign Policy Tool Article evaluates sanctions as a foreign policy tool, comparing their limited short-term impact on Russia with their long-term effectiveness in crippling Cuba’s economy. By Spyros Tsaparas. (03/11/202... Read More... 0 Comments |

Influence and Psychological Operations within the Context of Wargames: Focus on Brazil The presence of influence operations in wargames constitutes this article's central core, covering aspects pertaining to the information environment as well as to cognitive / psychological operations.... Read More... 0 Comments |

Discussing Climate Change, Finance, and Global Policy: Interview with Ramil Abbasov In this interview with Ramil Abbasov, he reflects on current global issues and policies including climate change. (03/11/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Navigating the Ethical Waters: Third-Party Funding and International Arbitration This paper examines third-party funding in international arbitration, analyzing its benefits, ethical concerns, and regulatory challenges while emphasizing the need for transparency and fairness. By A... Read More... 0 Comments |

Trump’s 5% NATO Proposal: A Path to Strength or Division? What could be the repercussions from Trump’s 5% NATO proposal, aimed to strengthen NATO’s joint security? By Athanassios Pantazis. (03/05/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Economic Neoliberalism Meets Violent Authoritarianism: The IMF and the Political Economy of Civil War in Ethiopia Paper discusses the marriage of convenience that happened between economic neoliberalism and violent authoritarianism in Ethiopia. By Milkessa Gemechu. (02/25/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

From Research to Resilience Unleashing the Economic Power of Climate Adaptation The world must address adaptive tech, processes, and policies to climate change. By Ramil Abbasov (02/19/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Breaking the Chinese Aid Trap in Sub-Saharan Africa An analysis of how American & Western support for the markets & efficient governance in Africa can help. By Sam Yeboah. (02/22/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Re-evaluating the effects of Election on Democracy in Africa In this paper, author evaluates the democratizing effect of elections to identify whether repeated elections cause improvement in civil liberty or if there is a casual mechanism that causes improvemen... Read More... 0 Comments |

QUAD: A Potential Military Alliance? Examining the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue and impacts. By Saad Burney. (02/14/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

China’s AI Startup Deep Seek Shakes the Tech Industry Summarizing Deep Seek's impact. By Chandan Reddy. (02/12/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

GenZ as Harbingers of Change: The Inspiring March of Serbian Students Actions by GenZ students in Serbia show promise for democracy. By Vladimir Radunovic. (02/08/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Treatment of People Displaced by Conflict: A Cross-Case Comparison of Serbia, Hungary, and Poland Study examines the treatment of displaced individuals from Ukraine and Russia in Serbia, Hungary, and Poland, focusing on how each host country's stance on the conflict influences their reception and ... Read More... 0 Comments |

Neorealism and the Evolution of Power Politics in the 21st Century Essay explores neorealism's perspective on power politics, emphasizing the strategic competition among states, the significance of the international system's structure, and the evolving dynamics of un... Read More... 0 Comments |

Turkey’s Drone Policy Paper provides analysis of the use of drones by Turkey in its regional security policy. By Francesco Stuffer. (01/30/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Biohacking Key Legal, Moral and Commercial considerations Analysis the layered complexities of biohacking efforts to optimize human performance and well-being. By Prof. Anis H. Bajrektarevic and Kamila Bogdanova. Read More... 0 Comments |

Brazil as a Bastion in the Protection of the Amazon: How Deforestation Directly Affects Food Security in Latin America Author examines policies taken by Brazil to address deforestation and their effects. By Sara Swanson. (01/14/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

The Impact of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict on Women and Children Author examines issues facing women and children in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. By Dr. Beatrice Alupo. (01/10/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

Significance of American Military Installations in Europe by Syed. Naseershah. (01/08/2025) Read More... 0 Comments |

How to Cripple Proxy Militias: Lessons From the Recent IDF Operations In recent months, the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) has launched a combined arms campaign against two of the most powerful Iranian proxy militias. Author explores what can be learned for battling proxy ... Read More... 0 Comments |

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