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Death of Journalism
Death of Journalism
The objectives of providing object journalism are looking to be futile. By Oumar Fofana. (01/19/2025) Read More...


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Reality of KL-Singapore Interdependence
Reality of KL-Singapore Interdependence
Author explores of the mutual importance of Malaysia and Singapore. By Collins (01/19/2025) Read More...


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How the West Broke the Rule-Based World Order
Author argues that the West has broken the rule-based order, inflicting damage on the rest of the world. By Oumar Fofana.(12/31/2024) Read More...


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Charismatic Leadership - Legal, Political and Moral Costs
Charismatic Leadership - Legal, Political and Moral Costs
Authors analyze risks posed by selected countries’ proposed constitutional amendments, which aim to strengthen the executive branch through measures like extending presidential terms and reintroducing... Read More...


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The President of Abkhazia Aslan Bzhania Resigned
The President of Abkhazia Aslan Bzhania Resigned
What does the resignation of Abkhazia President Aslan Bzhania mean for the region? By Francesco Stuffer. (12/12/2024) Read More...


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Sunset: The Chagos Islands Agreement and its Implications on the Indian Ocean
Sunset: The Chagos Islands Agreement and its Implications on the Indian Ocean
What does the potential deal to handover the Chagos Islands mean for Britain and the Indian Ocean region? By Lachlan Forster. (12/10/2024) Read More...


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A Geopolitical Analysis of Venezuela: China's, Iran's and Russia's Defiance of the United States
A Geopolitical Analysis of Venezuela: China's, Iran's and Russia's Defiance of the United States
Geopolitical analysis of Venezuela, considering relations between China, Iran and Russia with this Latin American country along with the implications of all this, mainly in relation to the U.S. By Dr.... Read More...


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The Rise of Populism in Portugal
The Rise of Populism in Portugal
Analysis of populism in the context of Portugal. By Diogo Carneiro. (11/14/2024) Read More...


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The Biggest Internal Problems of Democracies
The Biggest Internal Problems of Democracies
Weaknesses in democracies open the door to populist movements and misinformation that negatively impact democratic norms and institutions. By Spyros Tsaparas. (10/29/2024) Read More...


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SCO Summit: Triumphs in Regional Unity and Emerging Challenges U.S. Influence
SCO Summit: Triumphs in Regional Unity and Emerging Challenges U.S. Influence
Author reflects on the recent SCO summit, its outcomes, and potential challenges presented to US dominance in the region. By Noor Zehra. (10/23/2024) Read More...


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Biden Administration’s Shortsightedness Endangers Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
Biden Administration’s Shortsightedness Endangers Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
Author argues the Biden administration’s policies in the South Caucasus risk the US losing its partners in the region and damaging its interests. By Rufat Ahmadzada. (10/16/2024) Read More...


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Africa at a Crossroads: Will China’s Investment Lead to Economic Development?
Africa at a Crossroads: Will China’s Investment Lead to Economic Development?
As China deepens its ties with Africa, the continent faces a defining moment. By Michael Roach. (10/15/2024) Read More...


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ICCD - Future that Begins Now
ICCD - Future that Begins Now
Report on address given by H.E. Mr. Yousef Hasan Khalawi, Secretary General of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD), about the unique role of the ICCD and its contributions to the de... Read More...


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Why the American Right's Attraction to Viktor Orban Doesn't Make Sense
Why the American Right's Attraction to Viktor Orban Doesn't Make Sense
Author examines facts of the American Right-Orban phenomenon and analyzes the realism of this unusual cult-in-the-making. By Dr. David Phillips. (10/08/2024) Read More...


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Russia Can Lose India, But China Can Lose Russia
Russia Can Lose India, But China Can Lose Russia
Author argues the more Russia leans towards China, the more the risk of ‘losing India’ becomes real. By Prof. Manlio Graziano. (09/23/2024) Read More...


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The Structural Limits to India’s Bid for “Great Power” Status
The Structural Limits to India’s Bid for “Great Power” Status
Paper examines India's efforts to rise toward becoming a Great Power and contraints preventing it from happening. By Stavros Romios, Riya Shah, Alexander Vogt, and Mariam Qureshi. (08/13/2024) Read More...


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Perpetrators of Ethical Violence in International Affairs
Perpetrators of Ethical Violence in International Affairs
Using historical examples, author examines whether violence can be ethical and justified in international affairs. By Anica Broman. (07/31/2024) Read More...


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Divine Intervention or Democratic Threat? Analyzing the Aftermath of the Trump Assassination Attempt
Divine Intervention or Democratic Threat? Analyzing the Aftermath of the Trump Assassination Attempt
The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump underscores the threat of political violence in the United States and its implications for democratic stability. By Iuri M. Piovezan. (07/30/... Read More...


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Breaking the Cycle: Exploring Effective Strategies to Combat Mexican Drug Cartels
Breaking the Cycle: Exploring Effective Strategies to Combat Mexican Drug Cartels
Winner of the Yale Foreign Policy Initiative Essay Contest! Author examines consequences of the Mexican Drug Cartels and strategies to combat them. By Divya Beeram. (07/29/2024) Read More...


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The 2024 SCO Summit: Pakistan's Role and Strategic Opportunities
The 2024 SCO Summit: Pakistan's Role and Strategic Opportunities
Author discusses Pakistan's participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, and what's at stake. By Manahil Jaffer. (07/20/2024) Read More...


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Peace, Public Diplomacy and Media Diplomacy - Examining the Ongoing Armed Conflict in Ukraine
Peace, Public Diplomacy and Media Diplomacy - Examining the Ongoing Armed Conflict in Ukraine
Paper explores public diplomacy, media diplomacy and peace leading to communication; focusing on the Ukraine-Russia war and including interview with Tara Sonenshine, former Undersecretary of State for... Read More...


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Reagan, Realism, and Central America
Reagan, Realism, and Central America
Essay examines the usefulness of IR theory in analyzing foreign policy decisions of world leaders, focusing on The Regan Administration in Central America and Offensive Realism. By Connor Watson. (07/... Read More...


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Jurisdictional constraints to the right of self-determination in the light of the Montevideo Convention
Jurisdictional constraints to the right of self-determination in the light of the Montevideo Convention
Author examines the Montevideo Convention and the requirements of statehood. By Riaz Ahmed Kakar. (07/13/2024) Read More...


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US-China Relations and the Perils of Historical Analogy
US-China Relations and the Perils of Historical Analogy
Is a Thucydides Trap or other analogies actually applicable to US-China relations? By David Shipton. (06/17/2024) Read More...


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Where the Thai Criminal Justice System Fails
Where the Thai Criminal Justice System Fails
Author examines issues and failures surrounding the Thai justice system. By Jena Musmar. (05/15/2024) Read More...


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War and Development: Is the Stagnation the Price of Peace?
War and Development: Is the Stagnation the Price of Peace?

Author revisits the literature on the connection between civil war and development. Is stagnation “the cost” of peace, as Jinan Ganesh recently argued?  By David Shipton. (04/25/2024)

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Using Technology to Address Climate Change: Exaggerated Expectations? Interview with Dr. Duncan McLaren
Using Technology to Address Climate Change: Exaggerated Expectations? Interview with Dr. Duncan McLaren

In this interview from our Winter 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, Dr. Duncan McLaren provides an analysis of tec... Read More...



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New Issue of International Affairs Forum: Europe and the EU; Addressing Climate Change
New Issue of International Affairs Forum: Europe and the EU; Addressing Climate Change

Read the latest issue of International Affairs Forum where experts from around the world, includi... Read More...



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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 Role of Middle Powers in the Preservation of International Order
The Role of Middle Powers in the Preservation of International Order

Can middle powers can play an important role in preserving the international order? By Fatma Tawfik. (03/13/2024)

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