A subtle warming of relations was symbolised even before Trump’s swearing-in when Eric Garcetti, the American ambassador to India, was abruptly dismissed. The trajectory of India-US relations under Trump 2.0 will likely be shaped by three pivotal factors: energy, security, and multilateral diplomacy.
Shadaï Mobutu stands at the forefront of a new wave of Belgian political voices. Of Belgo-Congolese heritage and raised largely in Belgium, she brings an intercultural lens to complex social issues. She believes in an approach that empowers individuals, promotes marketable skills, and nurtures entrepreneurship among women and minority youth.
In November 2024, a Russian vessel widely believed to be engaged in clandestine surveillance activities returned to British waters, prompting a rare public admonition from the UK government. The ship, identified as the Russian Navy’s Yantar, is accused of damages, and has stirred growing international concern over undersea infrastructure security.
In a historic and reflective farewell address, President Joe Biden delivered a speech from the Oval Office that summarised his presidency and issued a poignant warning about the nation’s future. Focusing on unity, progress, and safeguarding democracy, Biden underscored both…
In a recent speech delivered to a gathering of French ambassadors at the Élysée Palace in Paris, President Emmanuel Macron ignited a firestorm of controversy by making remarks that many have deemed insulting towards African nations. During his address, Macron…
Asia’s geopolitical landscape has changed drastically in the 21st century, particularly so in recent years as new power players – India, China, and Russia – have emerged. Currently, many nations in the continent face internal struggles – South Korea’s recent…
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.…
In a recent televised address, as reported by BBC News, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol pledged to “fight to the end” amid escalating political tensions. He defended what he described as a short-lived imposition of martial law and asserted…
In a damning report, Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing genocide in its ongoing military campaign against Hamas in Gaza. This marks the first instance in which Amnesty International has characterised the conflict in Gaza as genocide, sparking a…
In a shocking and unprecedented move, South Korean President Kim Ji-hoon declared emergency martial law late on Tuesday night during an unscheduled television broadcast. The decree, which effectively transfers civil authority to military control, allows for sweeping powers such as…