The ASEAN Advantage: Powering Growth, Shaping Influence
The ASEAN region is often cited as a successful example of regional cooperation. The ASEAN regional bloc consisting of 10 South East Asian countries —…
Regional Tax Governance: An Unexplored Frontier in Asia’s Regional Economic Cohesion
Authors: Andi Mohammad Ilham and Andi Mohammad Johan*In the midst of global trade confusion, especially following Trump’s machinery tariff back to the global stage, Asian…
Taiwan’s Currency Surge Reflects Potential Outcomes of Taiwan-U.S. Trade Talks
On May 2, the New Taiwan Dollar (NTD) surged 3.3% against the U.S. dollar, marking the largest single-day gain in 23 years. As an export-driven…
The Illusion of Resilience: How the War is Hollowing out Putin’s Feudal Economy
At first glance, after three years of the war and economic sanctions, Russia’s economy appears remarkably stable. Output is rising, unemployment is at a record…
This Isn’t a Flaw in the System—It Is the System
We live in a world where racism isn’t just a set of isolated incidents but a pervasive thread woven through every major system and institution…
Strategic Intent, Structural Void: Understanding Donald Trump’s Disruptive Foreign Policy Doctrine
Donald Trump is often portrayed as unpredictable, impulsive, or even chaotic. Yet behind the rhetorical bravado lies a discernible pattern — a foreign policy marked…
Armenia’s High-Stakes Gamble: Could Association with India, Russia, and Iran Work?
Armenia’s exploring an associated-state model with India, Russia, and Iran — akin to Andorra’s relationship with Spain and France or Palau’s Compact of Free Association…
From TSMC’s Overseas Factory Profits and Losses, Assessing Opportunities in Europe
According to the information provided by TSMC’s Corporate Presentation Committee, only the China facility is generating significant profits, while operations in Japan, the United States,…
Contributor: Democrats need to speak to cultural concerns as well as economics
It’s time for Democrats to end the circular firing squad between moderates and progressives. Each side blames the other for Trump’s win in 2024, with…
A Cost/Benefit Analysis of the New US-Russian Relationship
Vladimir Putin’s spokesman, Dmitry Peskov declared on March 8 that Donald Trump’s foreign policy agenda aligns with Russia’s. The US policies to which Peskov referred…
From SpaceX to the White House: A Techno-Realist Perspective on Elon Musk’s Political Power
Following the inauguration of Donald Trump as President of the United States, a new approach emerged in integrating technology business leaders into government decision-making. Elon…
Why ACKO Drive is the Perfect Platform for Car Enthusiasts Looking for Their Next Ride
Buying a car is an exciting yet daunting process. As a car enthusiast, you want to find the perfect vehicle that matches your needs and…
Pakistan and Azerbaijan: Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
Pakistan and Azerbaijan have recently signed multiple agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors, notably trade and energy. These…
Europe’s Ukraine Dilemma: Defending Kyiv Amid Rising Euroscepticism
Europe’s initial response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine was one of remarkable unity. In 2022, outraged publics and resolute leaders moved in lockstep –…
Trump’s Gold Card Plan – Modern Diplomacy
US President Donald Trump announced, on February 26 2025 that the US would be selling a new type of residency permit card called “gold” card.…
The Interests of the European Union and the United States Are Diverging
Since the end of World War 2, the economic and political interests of Europe, later the European Union, and the United States were perfectly aligned.…
India’s RBI Forex Swap Operations: A Move for Financial Stability
On January 31, 2022, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducted a foreign exchange (forex) swap amounting to $5 billion. This swap was specifically a…
A New Yalta? The Fear of Canada and Europe in the Face of a Trump-Putin Deal
The 1945 Yalta Conference is one of the most defining moments in modern geopolitics. As World War II neared its end, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston…
A Predictable Inversion of Order
The new American administration continues to shock with every move it makes, both domestically and internationally. Most analysts try to justify these actions by attributing…
USAID’S Fate Rests on a Legal Hail Mary
Last month, thousands of aid workers worldwide received a sudden stop-work order from USAID, leaving critical global humanitarian programs in limbo and contractors scrambling to…