When it Comes to Middle East Diplomacy, Chinese and European Interests Align
In March, China managed to a broker a détente between Iran and Saudi Arabia, achieving a diplomatic breakthrough that had eluded European governments. But...
A Geopolitical Mirage: the “De-westernization” of the World
Analyst and political philosopher Philippe de Lara examines the complexity of the notion of the “global South”. The growing disenchantment with the West that...
European Security Conundrum: Between ‘Strategic Autonomy’ and Alliance
The issue of European security is often misunderstood because it covers multiple realities. Guaranteeing Europe’s security means preparing for an attack on its territory,...
G7’s Relevance Cemented by G20’s Dysfunction
America has taken a shine to forum – not as a way to thrash out global solutions, but as a body of like-minded leading...
Unlike elite club of G7, China-Central Asia Summit unites, consolidates a diverse world
The modern world is in a situation of division. In this situation, a special role is assigned to dialogue platforms and interstate associations that...
Europe’s Divisions over China Could Hamper G-7 Unity
While the focus of the G-7 meeting in Hiroshima this week will be on Russia, the gathering leaders will have China on their minds....
An “Asian NATO” would be no good for U.S. foreign policy
America’s expansive view of its national interest is built on unstable foundations Hyperbolic talk in Washington, DC of a “New Cold War” and the...
European Economies Are Finding New Ways to Pay for War on Their Doorstep
COPENHAGEN — Denmark, a founding member of NATO, has no artillery, submarines or air-defense system. The small Nordic nation didn’t think it needed them...
How Russia Might Benefit from Central Asia’s Authoritarian Regeneration
Central Asia is becoming more authoritarian before our very eyes: after the power grab completed during the pandemic, the region’s elites are now introducing...
Quad should ask ASEAN to a diplomatic dance
In early 1979, fearing the growing security cooperation between Hanoi and Moscow, China invaded Vietnam. A year earlier, the then-Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping met...