Tag: geopolitics

  • How To Prevent The Second Korean War

    The Korean War began 75 years ago, and with most veterans gone, younger generations risk forgetting its brutal cost. South Korea rose from war-torn poverty to global success, but peace remains fragile. With U.S. support uncertain, experts urge strong defense, Asian alliances, and national unity to prevent future conflict.

  • Iran’s Nuclear Program After The Strikes

    U.S. and Israeli strikes damaged Iran’s key nuclear sites, crippling centrifuges at Fordo and Natanz and hitting uranium facilities at Isfahan. But doubts remain over whether enriched uranium was moved before the attacks. Experts disagree—some say Iran’s program is set back by years, others say only months.

  • Trump Touches A Raw Nerve In Delhi

    Trump’s outreach to Pakistan’s army chief and praise from top US generals have angered India, especially after US neutrality during the April Pahalgam terror strike. From Kashmir mediation talk to deporting Indians and imposing tariffs, Trump’s recent moves have strained ties that were expected to grow in his second term.

  • Your Land Is Our Land

    Who owns land decides who holds power, and as climate change worsens, that power gap is growing. Michael Albertus shows how centuries of land grabs, from colonial conquest to modern green deals, shaped today’s inequality. He argues that while past land reforms had mixed results, new global shifts offer a rare chance to reset.

  • Israel’s Attack Is A Geopolitical Blow For India

    Israel’s strike on Iran risks India’s big plans. It threatens Chabahar port access, cuts off trade routes to Central Asia and Afghanistan, raises oil prices hurting the economy, endangers Indians abroad, and boosts Pakistan’s role. India now faces pressure to pick sides, putting its long-standing balance with both nations at risk.

  • US Factor & Russia-India-China Troika’s Revival

    Russia is pushing to restart the Russia-India-China (RIC) group as India and China ease border tensions. Lavrov criticized the Quad and Indo-Pacific as anti-China moves by the West. With India’s U.S. ties under pressure, joining RIC could help India show its independence, strengthen Eurasian ties, and manage complex global shifts.

  • Oli Meets Modi, But Returns Empty-Handed

    Nepal PM Oli met PM Modi in Bangkok hoping to ease strained ties and secure a New Delhi invite, but left with no major progress. India remains wary due to Oli’s past actions, including border disputes and China ties, while pro-monarchy unrest in Nepal adds pressure.

  • Pakistan Welcomes Starlink

    Pakistan is bringing Starlink on board, aiming to bridge its digital divide. The satellite service could boost rural education, healthcare, and freelancing, but high costs remain a challenge. Smart pricing and regulation will be key. If managed well, Starlink could transform connectivity in areas left behind.

  • Geonomics Is Driving Pak’s Courting Of B’desh

    Pakistan is focusing on boosting trade and economic cooperation with Bangladesh, moving away from political tensions. Following leadership changes, both countries have improved relations through direct maritime links, relaxed visa rules, and military talks. Pakistan’s shift to regional trade aims to grow ties with Bangladesh, not replace its relationship with India.

  • Trump’s Muddled Tiktok Plan Gets Chinese Pushback

    President Trump’s plan for TikTok in the U.S. faces backlash after he proposed a joint venture with the U.S. owning half of the app. China rejected the idea, insisting TikTok’s ownership must follow Chinese laws. Meanwhile, the app’s removal from U.S. stores has left users and businesses uncertain.