The fall of Bashar al-Assad on 8 December 2024 has sent shockwaves across the Middle East and beyond. For over two decades, Assad’s rule was marked by brutal authoritarianism, suppression of dissent, and policies that prioritised regime survival over the…
As Donald Trump prepares to be sworn in for his second term in January 2025, the world braces for a return to the policies that defined his first presidency: economic protectionism, unilateral diplomacy, and a focus on U.S. national interests.…
The United Kingdom’s decision to hire a new senior negotiator signals a pivotal moment in its relationship with the European Union. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s commitment to a “reset” in UK-EU relations aims to foster closer cooperation on trade,…
Donald Trump’s presidency introduced a bold new chapter in Middle Eastern diplomacy, blending pragmatic outreach with decisive actions aimed at reshaping the region’s geopolitical landscape. From the historic Abraham Accords to his “maximum pressure” campaign on Iran, Trump’s policies emphasized…
Introduction Distinguished guests, esteemed colleagues, and partners, it is both an honor and a necessity to engage in this important conversation about the future of Nigeria. We find ourselves at a crossroads where global volatility, domestic challenges, and regional instability…
Whether Donald Trump signifies “the end of global cooperation” is complex, as it raises issues about the role of U.S. leadership in a globalised world and the evolving dynamics of international relations. Trump’s first term, characterised by an “America First”…
In today’s world, global cooperation is more critical than ever as nations navigate political instability, economic crises, pandemics, and environmental threats. The recent pandemic and geopolitical tensions have exposed how easily short-term national interests can undermine global stability. Just as…
In an era where global challenges such as climate change, inequality, pandemics, and conflict are reshaping our world, the need for collective solutions has never been more pressing. The structures of international cooperation, which were designed in a post-war world,…
For decades, Japan’s economy has been synonymous with stagnation, marked by persistent deflation or minimal inflation despite aggressive monetary policies like quantitative easing, negative interest rates, and yield curve control by the Bank of Japan (BOJ). These tools, while significant…