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From maps to minerals

China's recent actions on India's northern frontier have gone beyond mere symbolism. From altering maps to weaponising minerals, the intent is clear:...

18.07.2025 20

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Middle power, major impact

In between the headlines and breaking news on the Iran-Israel ceasefire, one country stayed largely out of the spotlight but played its part with...

04.07.2025 40

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Water — not a bargaining chip

In international diplomacy, some agreements are too foundational to tamper with. The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed in 1960, is one such rare...

22.06.2025 60

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Migration crisis: what really matters?

When President Donald Trump signed an executive order back in January banning refugee resettlement, citing national security and the need to "protect...

13.06.2025 20

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The missing minister

The recent escalation following the Pahalgam incident has not only raised concerns about regional stability but also brought India's foreign policy...

25.05.2025 20

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The ghost of the Concert of Europe

As the world transitions from the post-Cold War unipolar moment into an increasingly multipolar era, the question of how major powers can manage...

12.05.2025 30

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Bytes and bombs

In a world where scrolling is second nature and videos under a minute define cultural shifts, the battlefield has expanded far beyond borders and...

24.04.2025 20

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Sovereignty under strain

In the intricate world of South Asian politics, the relationship between India and Bangladesh is both crucial and fragile, caught between...

13.12.2024 4

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The return of mercenaries

The privatisation of warfare through private military companies (PMCs) has become an increasingly prominent feature of modern conflict. Once...

03.12.2024 3

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Lahore's suffocating truth

Each year, Lahore chokes under a blanket of smog, transforming a vibrant city into a health hazard. With an AQI often in the "hazardous" range,...

22.11.2024 10

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Playing with fire

In recent years, the global spotlight has increasingly turned towards the management of nuclear materials and safety protocols. While the broader...

16.11.2024 40

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At the crossroads of rivers and rivalries

Water is more than just a lifeline - it's a tool of power, diplomacy and survival, especially in regions where access to it is a source of tension...

05.11.2024 10

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The unseen threat

In an increasingly interconnected world, the threat of financial crimes is evolving, with digital advancements offering both opportunities and...

25.10.2024 3

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The paradox of virtue

Throughout history, the notion of "virtue" has been wielded as a double-edged sword. While the term itself calls to mind images of righteousness,...

13.10.2024 10

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Is ruthless pragmatism the new political mantra?

Niccolò Machiavelli's The Prince has long been regarded as a handbook for rulers seeking to consolidate power through any means necessary -...

07.10.2024 10

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The facade of normalcy

Kashmir, one of the most gorgeous places on Earth, has sadly become the most militarised area globally. The presence of Indian military forces in...

29.09.2024 2

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Why Thucydides' Trap still haunts us

The concept of an anarchic international system, first articulated by the ancient Greek historian Thucydides in his account of the Peloponnesian...

17.09.2024 2

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Geopolitics of rare earth elements

The new global fight for rare earth elements (REEs), which are critical to the high-tech and renewable energy industries, is rapidly transforming...

05.09.2024 4

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Dehumanising conflicts

In a world rife with conflict, it's easy to forget that behind every territorial dispute, every geopolitical standoff, there are real people - men,...

30.08.2024 3

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Climate migration: preparing for a new wave of displacement

As the climate crisis intensifies, the world is witnessing an unprecedented wave of human displacement. Addressing this climate migration requires...

17.08.2024 1

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Water — not a bargaining chip

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