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Introduction: The Pacific Island countries were considered marginal to international relations for decades. However, in the twenty-first century, they are playing a central role in the increased strategic rivalry between China and the West. Previously regarded as peaceful allies, the states have become the battle lines in a geopolitical war that goes beyond diplomacy, infrastructure, and security and turns the Pacific into an arena of international competition. Geography as

Yemen's path to stability has vanished. Regional institutions meant to coordinate Red Sea security have systematically failed, crushing reconstruction prospects that once appeared within reach. Maritime insurance markets tell the real story: war-risk premiums for Red Sea transits jumped from 0.05% to 1.0% of hull value, a staggering 2,700% increase adding $1.2 million per voyage for a $120 million vessel. Markets grasp what diplomats refuse to admit: Yemen's collapse has beco

Few modern leaders have changed their country’s image as much as Vladimir Putin. Since he came to power in the late 1990s, he has represented Russia’s return to global strength: assertive, defiant, and firmly opposed to Western influence. For over twenty years, Putin has been more than just a president; he has embodied the Russian state itself. Now, as his time in power enters its third decade, a critical question arises: what will happen to Russia when Putin is no longer in

Israel-Lebanon: Low-intensity clashes despite truce Cross border fire continued through the week. Daily incident trackers recorded several Hezbollah operatives killed and injuries were recorded on both sides. The UNIFIL has issued multiple statements urging restraint and documented drone dropped grenades near peacekeeper positions on 12 Oct in Kafer Kela. This has reinforced concerns about escalation along the Blue Line.  Ukraine: Long range drones hit infastructure deep in R

The dream of Georgia finally being able to anchor itself to the West is now dead. The building of the Ochamchire naval base in Abkhazia marks the final blow to end the dream. Previously, Georgia had EU as well NATO aspirations – with a large majority of the younger population being strong supporters of these aspirations. The building of the base however, results in there being an unresolved security dilemma that fundamentally disqualifies Georgia as a viable future partner.

In October 2021, the Governing Council of the European Central Bank (ECB) introduced the world to its investigation into the creation of...

Population Pyramid of South Korea The demographic dividend refers to the economic growth that can result when a country’s working-age...

1) Trump unveils 20-point Gaza peace plan with Netanyahu’s backing On 29 September 2025, the White House released President Donald...

The Red Sea links Asia to Europe. Since late 2023, ships there have faced drone and missile threats tied to the Yemen conflict. A U.S....

The United States of America’s imposed tariffs on BRICS countries has enabled the contemporary economic alliance of emerging economies to...

1) UNGA 80 High-Level Week begins The United Nations General Assembly’s 80th High-Level Week convened in New York from 22 to 27 September 2025, bringing together more than 150 world leaders. Much of the discussion was guided by the theme “Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights.” During the opening days, heads of state and foreign ministers addressed challenges including climate change, global inequality, conflict zones, and called to reform

Arab–Islamic emergency summit in Doha On 15 September, leaders from across the Arab and Islamic world convened in Doha after an Israeli strike targeting Hamas officials in Qatar. The summit called for coordinated diplomatic action and debated reducing reliance on Western security guarantees. Philippine anti-corruption protests intensify Throughout the week, thousands of Filipinos took to the streets of Manila and other major cities to protest alleged corruption in public i