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Greece-Turkey Geopolitical Competition in the Aegean Islands
Greece-Turkey Geopolitical Competition in the Aegean Islands

Author reflects on tensions between Greece and Turkey, especially in light of elections.  By Hashim Kamal. (05/15/2023)

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Why Birthright Citizenship Should be a Human Right
Why Birthright Citizenship Should be a Human Right

Presenting an argument for birthright citizenship as s human right. By Emilia Rodriguez. (05/13/2023)

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The one-state solution in the Israel-Palestine conflict boils down to institutionalizing the status quo. Only a two-state solution is desirable.
The one-state solution in the Israel-Palestine conflict boils down to institutionalizing the status quo. Only a two-state solution is desirable.

Rather than choosing the one-state solution out of pragmatism and leaving Palestinians to a miserable fate, the international community should carry working on the two-state solution. By Adrien Dan... Read More...



To the foreign policy establishment: Heed some West African [Roosevelt] advice: More soft talk, less big sticks!
To the foreign policy establishment: Heed some West African [Roosevelt] advice: More soft talk, less big sticks!

Author outlines practical initiatives that the US foreign policy community can take to enable US-Africa partnerships that produce concrete sustainable results. By Milton de Castro. (05/08/2023)

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The Moral Purpose of Education vs. The Education System in Pakistan
The Moral Purpose of Education vs. The Education System in Pakistan

Author argues that Pakistan must address issues of access to education and quality of education. Eeman Rashid. (05/05/2023)

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Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in IDP Camps: A Case of Nigerian Aid Workers Using Female IDPs for Self-Pleasure
Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in IDP Camps: A Case of Nigerian Aid Workers Using Female IDPs for Self-Pleasure

The need to address sexual exploitation of displaced underage girls in Nigerian camps. By Matilda Ajibola. (04/24/2023)

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Socioeconomic Determinants of Poor Public Health
Socioeconomic Determinants of Poor Public Health

Author calls for action to address public health issues in Pakistan.  By Amina tariq. (04/22/2023)

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Pakistan-U.S. anti-terrorism dialogue: looking for ways to counter the upsurging threat
Pakistan-U.S. anti-terrorism dialogue: looking for ways to counter the upsurging threat

How should Pakistan and the United States jointly approach counter terrorism efforts? By Addul Mussawer Safi. (04/18/2023)

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The Forgotten Priority in US Foreign Policy: Climate Change
The Forgotten Priority in US Foreign Policy: Climate Change

Author argues that climate action should be at the forefront of US policy. By Emma Schoenauer. (04/14/2023)

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Can China Rise Without Reforming its Political System?
Can China Rise Without Reforming its Political System?

What challenges does China face for its development and can they be overcome?  By Beenish Ayub. (04/13/2023)

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Social Policies of Islam: The need of time
Social Policies of Islam: The need of time

Author discusses principles through which Islam establishes welfare in society and calls for action in Pakistan. By M. Ahmad. (04/10/2023)

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Iran-Saudi Peace Deal: Opportunities for Pakistan
Iran-Saudi Peace Deal: Opportunities for Pakistan

The Iran-Saudi rapprochement may provide Pakistan with numerous opportunities.  How so? By Maria Mansab. (04/11/2023)

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The Supreme Court of Pakistan and Pakistan's Political Crisis
The Supreme Court of Pakistan and Pakistan's Political Crisis

Pakistan's Supreme Court recently upheld the demand of the Opposition PTI to hold elections in KP and Punjab within 90 days of the dissolution of the assemblies, as per the law. What does that mean... Read More...



Reconsidering the Middle East: The Fate of Generation 1979 and Another Hiatus
Reconsidering the Middle East: The Fate of Generation 1979 and Another Hiatus

‘Generation 1979’ and its influnce on the Middle East's political and social landscape. By Saaq Iqbal. (04/06/2023)

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The Abraham Accords and New Tensions Between the Maghreb Rivals
The Abraham Accords and New Tensions Between the Maghreb Rivals

Algeria and Morocco seek to impose their regional agenda to evolve into a dominant power in the Maghreb. By Walid Blila. (04/03/2023)

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A Sandstorm is Imminent in the Arab World
A Sandstorm is Imminent in the Arab World

A political sandstorm is imminent in the Arab World, and it is bringing unification, sought-out alliances, reestablishment of ties, and a call to greater peace with it. By Muhammad Abdullah Hamid. ... Read More...



How Do We Define Work?
How Do We Define Work?

Examining the definitions of work and how they impact inequalities. By Sophia Slavin. (03/22/2023)

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China’s Social Credit System: When Did Fiction Become Reality?
China’s Social Credit System: When Did Fiction Become Reality?

What does possible implementation of the China’s Social Credit System mean?  By Iuri M. Piovezan. (03/20/2023)

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Access Granted: How Digital Payments can Advance the Economic Rights of Africans
Access Granted: How Digital Payments can Advance the Economic Rights of Africans

How can Africa leverage the success of mobile payments for economic development?  By Samuel Kamsi Okafor. (03/20/2023)

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Policy-based Approaches to Combating Economic Inequality
Policy-based Approaches to Combating Economic Inequality

Author argues for action to address economic inequality.  By Saad Samad. (03/20/2023)

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Who Should Pay for the Reconstruction of Ukraine After the War?
Who Should Pay for the Reconstruction of Ukraine After the War?

Author presents response to Larry Summer's recent statements about Ukraine reconstruction. By Raphael Lapin. (03/20/2023)

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The Weaponization of Statelessness
The Weaponization of Statelessness

Author argues against countries using policies to promote statelessness.  By Jad Vianu. (03/15/2023)

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The Biden Administration's Latest Migration Proposal is a Step in the Wrong Direction
The Biden Administration's Latest Migration Proposal is a Step in the Wrong Direction

President Biden's latest proposal about migration suggests a betrayal of his promise to “secure our border, while ensuring the dignity of migrants and upholding their legal right to seek asylum.”  ... Read More...



In Putin’s Net: Humanitarian Challenges in Syria
In Putin’s Net: Humanitarian Challenges in Syria

Analyzing potential effects of the earthquake in Turkey. By Paola Canale. (03/07/2023)

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Do Not Report This!: Restrictions on Freedom of Speech in Times of War
Do Not Report This!: Restrictions on Freedom of Speech in Times of War

Author explores "right to have rights" in the context of the Ukrainian conflict and possible repercussion. By Victoria Portnaia. (03/07/2023)

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The Genocide of A Culture: The Uyghurs
The Genocide of A Culture: The Uyghurs

Authors argue that the plight of the Uyghurs must be deemed as genocide.  By Annabelle Siow and Gerselle Koh. (03/01/2023)

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The Ukrainian Refugees: the Post-War Challenges
The Ukrainian Refugees: the Post-War Challenges

Ukraine and the EU will continue to face refugee challenges after the conflict ends. By Victoria Portnaya. (02/06/2023)

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The Channel Crisis
The Channel Crisis

Author examines the humanitarian crisis of migrants crossing the English Channel. By Alexander Peris. (02/03/2023)

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Mainstream Development May Not Be One-Size-Fits-All
Mainstream Development May Not Be One-Size-Fits-All

There's more to consider than a Western-only view of development.  By Dilek Nadeem Ghouri. (01/23/2023)

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Thoughts on Law and Sovereignty
Thoughts on Law and Sovereignty

Author provides reflections on law, sovereignty, and international law as a balance between state sovereignty and the need for global governance.  By Ali Mammadov. (01/18/2022)

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