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The Carpathian Initiative, aims to strengthen economic, cultural and security cooperation between Kyiv and its Central European neighbours.
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A New Belt and Road Corridor in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh’s closer ties with China open new infrastructure opportunities, but their success will depend on regional stability.
Politics Behind the Overcapacity Debate
The debate over China’s “overcapacity” extends well beyond economics, reflecting a broader geopolitical contest over industrial leadership.
Pakistan’s Minerals Gambit: Can Governance Keep Pace with Geology?
The future of the Reko Diq mine will depend on Pakistan’s ability to provide security and political stability in Balochistan.
The Missing Link: Consistent Product Data
The performance of a logistics corridor should be measured not only by transport speed, but also by its ability to bring products to market.
The World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization: Towards Chinese Governance of Artificial Intelligence?
WAICO marks China’s ambition to shape global AI governance amid growing Sino-American competition in artificial intelligence.
China-Gwadar-Africa Corridor: A Route to Blue Economy
The China–Gwadar–Africa corridor aims to strengthen connectivity between Asia and Africa while developing a sustainable blue economy.
Washington’s Inflation Reality Check
Persistent U.S. inflation exposes the limits of tariffs, highlighting the need to balance strategic security with price stability.
Politics Behind the Overcapacity Debate
The debate over China’s “overcapacity” extends well beyond economics, reflecting a broader geopolitical contest over industrial leadership.
The Evian G7 Summit and Cooperation with the Global South
The Evian G7 Summit demonstrated the ability of Western and Global South powers to engage in dialogue and cooperate on global issues.
A New Corridor in the Middle East
A new corridor linking the UAE to the Mediterranean through Iraq and Syria could reshape regional trade routes.
What Future Awaits the Port of Darwin?
The development of Darwin Port, managed by Chinese company Landbridge, is being reassessed amid rising tensions in Australia-China relations.