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17 Jan 23

China’s “Zero Covid Policy” and the Future

China claims its “zero covid policy” has limited virus deaths. Changes in the policy and vaccination program create serious fall-out for Western economies in 2023.

11 Jan 23

The Hidden Civil War and the Russian Nights of the Long Knives

Russians who knew too much about the Kremlin's financial and military secrets and belonged to Putin's circle are dying en masse. The Russian civil war is ongoing.

03 Jan 23

It’s Time to End this War

As this war drags on, with thousands dying, the continuous destruction of Ukraine’s economy and infrastructures, and the promise of only more devastation to come, it is time to end this escalatory spiral.

09 Dec 22

Ukraine has already won the war

Ukrainian counter-intelligence apparently easily intercepted telephone communications indicating that the orders the soldiers are receiving are misunderstood and that something big is waiting to happen

29 Nov 22

Shortcomings of the EU energy strategy

The EU energy strategy is straightforward: security of supply, green energy, and less external dependence. Nonetheless, its policy practice is hazy, allowing foreign powers to benefit from ambiguity.

10 Nov 22

The “brilliant Russian minds” in central Asia

Many Russians have moved to former Soviet republics such as Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Georgia, fleeing Vladimir Putin's mobilization. These countries, long undervalued by the Russians as a source of cheap labor, now are seen as an opportunity to acquire the skilled knowledge workers their economies need.

04 Nov 22

China and Taiwan on a Collision Course

This paper examines the possibility for China to force reunification with Taiwan. More specifically, will China have the motivation, the capability, and the opportunity to bring Taiwan into the fold under Xi Jinping?

01 Nov 22

Will the Akuyu nuclear power plant eventually make Turkey a nuclear power?

Turkey plans to build a nuclear plant with the help of Russia. Both states are known for their disregard of international law and the use of illegal force to further their international aims. The history of how Pakistan became a nuclear power may be a sign of things to expect…

01 Nov 22

In the Middle East, Having Hegemony Over Iraq is Critical

This article is an introduction to the international affairs of the Middle East, with the focus countries being the UAE, Greece, Iran, the KSA, and Iraq.

21 Oct 22

Toward a War in Europe? An Analysis of the Escalation Trajectory in the Ukraine Conflict

This paper examines several dimensions of the escalation of the conflict in Ukraine and explores the events that could most likely trigger a war between Russia and NATO countries.

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