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Pragmatism over Principle? The Legacy of Bismarckian Realpolitik in European Union’s response to the Russia-Ukraine War
Pragmatism over Principle? The Legacy of Bismarckian Realpolitik in European Union’s response to the Russia-Ukraine War
Analysis of the EU’s response to the Russia–Ukraine war, exploring how strategic interests and security concerns can outweigh stated commitments to democratic principles and international law. By Jami... Read More...


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Conditions of Accommodation: Islam, Mosques, and Regionalism in Belgium
Conditions of Accommodation: Islam, Mosques, and Regionalism in Belgium
Analysis of mosque governance in Belgium, showing how regional interpretations of secularism shape the recognition, regulation, and accommodation of Islamic institutions. By Chahrazed Yehia. (06/17/20... Read More...


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Between a Hobbesian and Kantian World: Energy, Principles, and the Future
Between a Hobbesian and Kantian World: Energy, Principles, and the Future
Report on the second 2026 Energy Series event of the Global Academy for Future Governance (GAFG). By Maren Liedtke. (06/16/2026) Read More...


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The Myth of Robin Hood in the Horn of Africa: Piracy and Welfare in Somalia
The Myth of Robin Hood in the Horn of Africa: Piracy and Welfare in Somalia
Analysis challenging the “Robin Hood” image of Somali piracy, revealing how criminal networks exploit weak governance while providing welfare in neglected communities. By Tommaso Franco. (06/15/2026) Read More...


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Book review: Age of Deception: Cybersecurity as Secret Statecraft
Book review: Age of Deception: Cybersecurity as Secret Statecraft
Book review of John Lindsay's Age of Deception: Cybersecurity as Secret Statecraft. By Ali Hamza. (06/15/2026) Read More...


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The US-Israeli War on Iran: The Politics of the Peace Deal Explored
The US-Israeli War on Iran: The Politics of the Peace Deal Explored
Analysis of Iran War peace deal politics. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (06/14/2026) Read More...


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Balochistan: A Region Shadowed by Escalating Conflict
Balochistan: A Region Shadowed by Escalating Conflict
Case study examining the roots of the Balochistan conflict, highlighting how historical grievances, economic marginalization, and political exclusion continue to fuel instability and insurgency. By Sh... Read More...


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New Geography of Global Trade: The Oceans bridge - Africa
New Geography of Global Trade: The Oceans bridge - Africa
A forward-looking analysis of how East Africa’s emerging trade corridors could transform the continent’s role in global commerce, linking infrastructure, regional integration, and economic opportunity... Read More...


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Book review: The Once and the Future World Order: Why Global Civilisation Will Survive the Decline of the West
Book review: The Once and the Future World Order: Why Global Civilisation Will Survive the Decline of the West
Book review of Amitav Acharya’s The Once and the Future World Order: Why Global Civilisation Will Survive the Decline of the West. By Zunaira Sarfraz. (06/08/2026) Read More...


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Andaman Sea “Ghost” Fleet: The Invisible Oil Fueling Myanmar’s Genocide
Andaman Sea “Ghost” Fleet: The Invisible Oil Fueling Myanmar’s Genocide
Analysis of how hidden maritime fuel networks enable Myanmar’s military violence, exposing the human and geopolitical costs of invisibility at sea. By Tommaso Franco. (06/08/2026) Read More...


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Political Economy: From Calculation to Critique
Political Economy: From Calculation to Critique
An intellectual history of political economy, tracing its evolution from measuring wealth to critically examining how labor, markets, power, and society are understood. By Muhammad Adel Zaky. (06/08/2... Read More...


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Triumph and Treason in Syria
Triumph and Treason in Syria
A critical assessment of post-Assad Syria, exploring the tensions between democratic inclusivity, foreign influence, and the challenge of building a stable, representative national identity. By Dr. Br... Read More...


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The Legality of
The Legality of "Economic Coercion" and BRICS+ Intergovernmental Organization
Article It argues that BRICS’ growing relevance lies not in ideological unity or anti-Western positioning, but in its role as a flexible, multipolar platform reflecting real shifts in global populatio... Read More...


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The US-Israeli War on Iran: Comprehensive Report on Political Dynamics
The US-Israeli War on Iran: Comprehensive Report on Political Dynamics
Timeline and analysis by Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (06/15/2026) Read More...


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Antakya - Chapter from 'The Diary of a Rogue Diplomat'.
Antakya - Chapter from 'The Diary of a Rogue Diplomat'.
Chapter taken from Dr. Bruce Mabley's latest book 'The Diary of a Rogue Diplomat' revolving around the Olive Tree Syrian refugee camp. (05/28/2026) Read More...


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The Perception Trade: How AI and Social Media Turn War Rumors into Market Shockwaves
The Perception Trade: How AI and Social Media Turn War Rumors into Market Shockwaves
Analysis of how AI, social media, and geopolitical narratives increasingly shape financial markets, turning rumors and perception into real economic consequences. By Mustafa Shoman. (05/26/2026) Read More...


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International Affairs Forum: 2026 - Artificial Intelligence, Green Tech
International Affairs Forum: 2026 - Artificial Intelligence, Green Tech
Scholars, practitioners, and emerging voices discuss the evolving topics of Artificial Intelligence and Green Tech in our new issue of International Affairs Forum. Read More...


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New Issue of International Affairs Forum, 2026 - Artificial Intelligence, Green Tech
New Issue of International Affairs Forum, 2026 - Artificial Intelligence, Green Tech
Scholars, practitioners, and emerging voices discuss the rapidly evolving topics of Artificial Intelligence and Green Tech. (05/20/2026) Read More...


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Artificial Intelligence Sovereignty
Artificial Intelligence Sovereignty
Essay explores AI sovereignty, examining accountability, privacy, bias, and warfare while urging stronger global safeguards for an increasingly AI-driven world.. By Emine AL; Research Advisor - Lectur... Read More...


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Capitalism: A Mechanism, Not a Stage
Capitalism: A Mechanism, Not a Stage
Article argues capitalism should be understood not as a fixed historical stage but as a recurring economic logic of accumulation, exchange, and value movement operating across different societies and ... Read More...


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Domestic Regime Type and Artificial Intelligence Policy Formation in Southeast Asia
Domestic Regime Type and Artificial Intelligence Policy Formation in Southeast Asia
Article argues Southeast Asian AI policy formation is shaped by regime type, with autocracies prioritizing control, hybrid regimes balancing governance and authority, and democracies encouraging broad... Read More...


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The Kirkuk Agreement: Political Victory, Strategic Defeat
The Kirkuk Agreement: Political Victory, Strategic Defeat
Essay argues the PUK’s Kirkuk agreement secured short-term political gains but deepened Kurdish divisions, weakening domestic cohesion and undermining the Kurdistan Region’s strategic resilience amid ... Read More...


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Navigating an Unpredictable Future: Global Architecture, Energy, and Security
Navigating an Unpredictable Future: Global Architecture, Energy, and Security
Introductory Keynote by Lily Ong for the GAFG Energy Series. (05/04/2026) Read More...


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Navigating an Unpredictable Future: Global Architecture, Energy, Security
Navigating an Unpredictable Future: Global Architecture, Energy, Security
Talk by former OPEC Secretary-General on the looming crisis triggered by still unsettled Iran war. By Adnan Shihab-Eldin. (04/24/2026) Read More...


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When Geography Breaks: GCC Aviation in an Era of Corridor Instability
When Geography Breaks: GCC Aviation in an Era of Corridor Instability
Article argues Middle East airspace instability threatens the Gulf hub aviation model, forcing carriers to prioritize resilience, adaptability, and network diversification over geographic advantage. B... Read More...


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Book review: Nuclear Energy: Boom, Bust and Emerging Renaissance
Book review: Nuclear Energy: Boom, Bust and Emerging Renaissance
Review of Nuclear Energy: Boom, Bust and Emerging Renaissance (Edward A. Friedman). By RO Hafsa Azam. (04/13/2026) Read More...


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Crisis Without Borders: Leadership and Communication in a Fragmented World
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...


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The US-Israeli War on Iran: First Month Comprehensive Report on Political Dynamics
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...


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Teaching Around the Truth: How Fragile and Conflict-Affected States Rewrite Human Rights Education
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...


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


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