The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro marks a dangerous rupture in global governance. By openly declaring its intent to “run” Venezuela, the United States has crossed from influence into occupation, undermining the very rules-based order it once championed. For Africa and states like Ghana, the message is stark: sovereignty is now conditional, and unchecked power—not law—risks becoming the new global norm.
India’s emergence as the anchor of Britain’s post-Brexit global strategy marks a decisive turn in London’s Indo-Pacific engagement. Through the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the “India-UK Vision 2035,” both nations are translating diplomatic symbolism into structured, institutionalised cooperation. Anchored in trade, defence co-development, and technology, this partnership reflects a pragmatic recalibration of middle-power agency. It positions India and the UK as pivotal actors in shaping a rules-based, multipolar Indo-Pacific order grounded in connectivity, innovation, and strategic balance.
For decades, intergovernmental military alliance NATO has held up its consensus-based decision-making as proof of its democratic values. A system where every member has an equal voice and consensus dictates agreement through unity. Yet, as the dominant military and financial contributor, the influence of the United States has always been apparent. In 2025, does that influence increasingly override collaborative negotiation?
As the U.S.–China economic decoupling redefines global trade, Africa faces a critical inflection point. The continent must either seize emerging supply chain opportunities or risk deeper marginalisation. This dispatch lays out a strategic readiness agenda—from industrial zoning to smart trade defence—aimed at positioning Africa within the evolving global trade order.
Trump’s handshake with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh on 14 May 2025 was not just the revival of US-Syria dialogue—it was a deliberate violation of every expectation set by decades of bipartisan American foreign policy. Only months earlier, Trump had declared Syria to be “not our fight.”
Multilateralism has long underpinned global cooperation, fostering collaboration on economic growth, security, human rights, and climate action. As populist leaders champion nationalism, economic protectionism, and unilateral decision-making, the question arises: can multilateralism endure in this shifting political landscape?
Date: 20 January 2025 | Location: United States Capitol, Washington, D.C. Introduction On 20 January 2025, Donald Trump is set to take the presidential oath of office at the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. This occasion marks not only…
In the complex world of international relations, grey areas are inevitable. These ambiguities often arise from overlapping interests, conflicting values, and the challenges of addressing global issues within a multipolar system. From trade disputes to climate action, grey areas test…