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The Systematic Political Instability and Crisis Situation of Pakistan in early October 2024
The Systematic Political Instability and Crisis Situation of Pakistan in early October 2024
Analysis and timeline surrounding political situation in Pakistan. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. 10/10/2024 Read More...


IA Forum Winter 2024 - Europe -- and Addressing Climate Change
IA Forum Winter 2024 - Europe -- and Addressing Climate Change

In the new 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, experts from around the world discuss Europe and the EU plus Addressing Climate Change. (03/21/2024)

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The Political Economy of Ruto-Raila Handshake: Actors, Interests and why the handshake is the ultimate market Equilibrium
The Political Economy of Ruto-Raila Handshake: Actors, Interests and why the handshake is the ultimate market Equilibrium

Article analyzes the interaction between politics and economics in the ensuing public discourse in Kenya around possibility of an acceptable compromise between President Ruto and the opposition pol... Read More...



‘Old and Unoriginal’: Bolsonaro’s Hold and Maintenance of Power in Brazilian Democracy
‘Old and Unoriginal’: Bolsonaro’s Hold and Maintenance of Power in Brazilian Democracy

Paper presents an in-depth look at Jair Bolsonaro, his strategies, and his place with other populists. By Iuri M. Piovezan. 10/02/2022

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Future of Economy past the Triple C challenge  (Climate, Covid, war Calamity)
Future of Economy past the Triple C challenge (Climate, Covid, war Calamity)

Former Prime Minister of Romania, Petre Roman, discusses practical and theoretical challenges for societies and economies. (09/20/2022)

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How Did We Get Here?: An Analysis of The Rise of Right-Wing Populism in Western Europe
How Did We Get Here?: An Analysis of The Rise of Right-Wing Populism in Western Europe

Paper demonstrates that Western European right-wing populism is the product of a gradual process that can be dated back to post-World War II. By Nathan Martins. 12/21/2021

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For a Global Left
For a Global Left

Author calls for the need of an international strategy among the left to handle changes in capital flows under globalisation.  It argues that political solutions of the future will be determined in... Read More...



Internet Algorithms and Radicalization
Internet Algorithms and Radicalization

Paper explores the impact of internet algorithms on political infrastructure. By Arham Malik. (05/17/2021)

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Populism and Relative Deprivation
Populism and Relative Deprivation

Paper examines populism as a conflict-centered form of politics. By Nick Bailey. (05/04/2021)

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The Formalization of Racial Partisanship in the West and Informalization of Ethnic Favoritism in African Electoral Politics
The Formalization of Racial Partisanship in the West and Informalization of Ethnic Favoritism in African Electoral Politics

Author presents a comparative study that problematizes the perception and practice of ethnicity and informality in Nigeria and the United States. By Chinaza Asiegbu. (03/09/2021)

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Reconstruction of Political Parties:  Adopting Insurgent Strategies
Reconstruction of Political Parties: Adopting Insurgent Strategies

Paper examines correlations between terrorist groups and political parties. By Carlie Chiesa. (11/11/2020)

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Spring 2017 IA Forum - Populism in the Digital Age and Cyber Security

Experts from around the world present their thoughts on Populism in the Digital Age and

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Rise of Populism: The making of a new world order
Rise of Populism: The making of a new world order

Essay examines populism, which has led to the creation of an “us versus them” identity, the rise of divisive politics, and the establishment of authoritarian regimes. By Saman Kidw... Read More...







Offspring of Populism: Imbalance of Power or International Disorder?
Offspring of Populism: Imbalance of Power or International Disorder?

History shows us that when a populist leader comes to the fore in an influential state, it ushers in a new era, shattering the persisting international order and bringing imbalance of power. B... Read More...



The Gambia - Regime Transition and the Path to Development
The Gambia - Regime Transition and the Path to Development

Politics and development in The Gambia. By Chambers Umezulike. (02/05/2018)

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Will President Joko Widodo Lead Indonesia for Another 5 Years?
Will President Joko Widodo Lead Indonesia for Another 5 Years?

A look at President Joko Widodo and his future prospects as leader of Indonesia. By Adritho Zaifar. (01/27/2018) 

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The Trump-Russia Fiasco
The Trump-Russia Fiasco

Reflections on the Trump - Russia issue and the Trump presidency.  By Traci Seltzer. (01/19/2018)

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The Political Character of social media: How do Greek Internet Users Perceive and use Social Network
The Political Character of social media: How do Greek Internet Users Perceive and use Social Network

Study investigates the political potential of social networks as popular platforms of mediated communication in Greece. By Dimitra Karantzeni. (10/02/2014)

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Is the ‘crisis of secularism’ in Western Europe the result of multiculturalism?
Is the ‘crisis of secularism’ in Western Europe the result of multiculturalism?

Essay discusses that, although multiculturalism supports and promotes the recognition of minority religious identities, the statement that it puts secularism under crisis is a bit exaggerated, if n... Read More...



Interview with Professor Stephen Walt, Harvard University
Interview with Professor Stephen Walt, Harvard University

Professor Stephen Walt discusses a wide range of international issues, from theory to US foreign policy and the Snowden case. By Gustavo Macedo & Patricia G Derolle. (09/20/2013)

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Changing of the Guard: The Way Forward for Chile's New President
Changing of the Guard: The Way Forward for Chile's New President
Author analyzes issues facing new Chilean President Sebastian Pinera. By Tarun George. (04/16/2010) Read More...


IA-Forum Interview: Gerald Steinberg
IA-Forum Interview: Gerald Steinberg
IA-Forum speaks with Prof. Gerald Steinberg, Political Studies Department Chair at Bar Ilan University, about the prospects for Kadima leader Tzipi Livni in next year's elections. By Jason Miks (11/06... Read More...


IA-Forum Interview: Dr. Christopher Preble
IA-Forum Interview: Dr. Christopher Preble
IA-Forum speaks with Dr. Christopher Preble, director of foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute, about Iraq and U.S. foreign policy issues. (IA-Forum, 08/29/2008) Read More...


IA-Forum Interview: Prof. Kenneth Pyle
IA-Forum Interview: Prof. Kenneth Pyle
IA Forum discusses Japan's constitution with Professor Kenneth Pyle, author of the new book 'Japan Rising'. By Jason Miks (05/17/2007) Read More...


IA-Forum interview: Professor J A A Stockwin
IA-Forum interview: Professor J A A Stockwin
Professor J A A Stockwin, Emeritus Fellow of the Nissan Institute at Oxford University, discusses the similarities and differences between Japanese and UK politics. By Jason Miks (05/02/2007) Read More...


IA-Forum Interview: Josephine Osikena
IA-Forum Interview: Josephine Osikena
IA-Forum speaks with Josephine Osikena, Programme Manager for Democracy and Development at the Foreign Policy Centre, about the upcoming elections in West Africa. By J. Young and Sarah Knudsen. (IA-... Read More...


IA-Forum Interview: William C. Potter
IA-Forum Interview: William C. Potter
International Affairs Forum discusses current and future Russian political issues with William C. Potter, Director of the Center for Nonproliferation Studies and of the Center for Russian and Eurasia... Read More...


IA-Forum Interview: Dr. Natalie Doyle
IA-Forum Interview: Dr. Natalie Doyle
IA-Forum discusses the upcoming French elections with Dr. Natalie Doyle, Deputy Director, Monash European and EU Centre, Monash University, Melbourne Australia. By Trenton Truitt. (IA-Forum, 02/27/2... Read More...


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