Opinion – Turkey’s Continuing Autocratic Turn
While Erdoğan has filled state institutions with loyalists, deeply entrenched organizations like the military are not so easily reconstituted.
Opinion – The US-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in its Second Year
With opportunities to expand into the technology, economic and trade sectors, Hanoi and Washington continue to grow bilateral ties.
Opinion – The Return of Erik Prince
A recent deal between Erik Prince and the Democratic Republic of Congo has reignited global debate about the role of private military companies in fragile states.
The Ghibli Lens: When Algorithms Chase the Artist’s Spark
In a world where machines can imitate everything, it is the imperfect, unpredictable spark of human intention that will keep creativity alive.
Nationalism, Populism, and Institutional Decline: The Parallel Paths of Trump and Netanyahu
Israel’s experience serves as a warning of the dangers faced when democracy rapidly crumbles.
Who Believes in Gulf Futurism?
The goal of every Gulf regime, but especially Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is to impress upon subject and ally alike a visceral sense of acceleration.
Why the Pandemic Treaty Must Reclaim Human Rights and Equity
The ongoing WHO negotiations represent a chance to reimagine global health governance based on solidarity, equity and the recognition of shared human vulnerability.
How Terrorism Fuels Indo-Pakistani Rivalries
India and Pakistan once again find themselves on the precipice of conflict.
Opinion – Australia’s Election and ASEAN’s Expectations
The winner of the upcoming election should avoid Trump-like behavior and envision coexistence with ASEAN as close neighbors to safeguard regional stability.
Opinion – The Window Is Closing for a Federal Syria
The real question is whether Syria will build a new Levant, or whether it will repeat history by reproducing a poor imitation of the Ba’athist tragedy.
