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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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Essay Mind Health - Essay Competition - The Right to an Analog Life in the Digital Age
Essay Mind Health - Essay Competition - The Right to an Analog Life in the Digital Age
Students and young professionals - essay competition open to submit pieces about Technology and Human Development, Digital Era and Mental Health. Deadline: 11/16/2025 Read More...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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