The Indian government has responded with measured pragmatism to the 27% tariff imposed by the United States on its exports, signaling a commitment to negotiating a trade deal despite Washington’s increasingly protectionist stance. While India had sought exemptions from the…
In 2019, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled that Britain’s continued occupation of the islands was illegal and that sovereignty should be transferred to Mauritius. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) reinforced this ruling, urging the UK to cede control. However, successive British governments refused, citing strategic security interests.
Prime Minister Starmer’s agreement to transfer sovereignty while securing a 99-year lease for the military base is a long-overdue response to international legal obligations
India’s economic growth remains central to the ruling government’s policy achievements, yet the nation faces a stark paradox. The real GDP growth rate for FY 2024-25 is projected at 6.4%, a decline from 8.2% in FY 2023-24, although nominal GDP…
Donald Trump is not playing politics as usual. His strategy is clear: dismantle globalist entanglements, put America first, and force the world to operate on terms favorable to the United States. It is a bold, unrelenting push to restore dominance.
These elements have made the United States a superpower, setting the agenda for world affairs. However, under President Trump, these pillars have undergone significant transformations. While some have been reinforced, others have been fundamentally altered, leading to a new era of American power with a distinctly different approach to leadership.
From the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe has been unwavering in its support for Ukraine, but that support has always come with conditions. European leaders, particularly French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, have maintained that the war must end on terms that force Russia into retreat. Their insistence on Putin’s capitulation is not just about Ukraine—it’s about the long-term security of Europe.
Human mobility has always been a defining feature of Africa’s social, economic, and political landscape. In recognising that migration can be both an engine for development and a source of challenge if mismanaged, the African Union (AU) revised its Migration…
Western countries, particularly the United States, have attempted to counter China through trade wars, technology restrictions, and strategic alliances, yet these measures have largely failed. Instead, China has continued to expand its influence across critical industries, finance, and international infrastructure. The reason for this resilience lies in how China has structured its economic and geopolitical strategy.
The notion of a self-sufficient European defense raises significant strategic, political, and economic concerns. While European nations possess advanced militaries, robust economies, and a sophisticated defense industry, their ability to deter major threats—particularly from Russia—remains uncertain. This article examines the current state of European defense, its historical reliance on the U.S., and the critical steps the continent would need to take to achieve true strategic autonomy.
A defining feature of Trump’s presidency has been his protectionist economic stance. He has repeatedly criticized European trade practices, branding them as unfair to American manufacturers and threatening reciprocal tariffs on industries such as automotive and agriculture.