Global Crises
The Iran war looms large as BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi
The conflict has divided members of the bloc, but India is determined to find areas of cooperation
September 10, 2026
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Europe
Putin denies economic stagnation after four years of war
During its annual forum in St. Petersburg, the Russian president was keen to show that Moscow was back as a major economic and geopolitical player
June 09, 2026
Middle East
Is the petrodollar a war casualty or death greatly exaggerated?
Washington has a choice between managing what is a shift away from US backed currency, or accelerating it.
May 21, 2026
Africa
South Africa: Between Iran and a hard place (Donald Trump)
Pretoria is pursuing a delicate balancing act, trying to mend relations with Washington while embracing its enemies
February 03, 2026
Asia-Pacific
‘America First’ meets ‘ASEAN Way’ in Kuala Lumpur
Trump announces largely one-way trade deals with Malaysia, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand, and also takes credit for another peace agreement.
October 26, 2025
Asia-Pacific
How US incompetence empowers China in Latin America
While the Trump administration is bombing, cutting aid and imposing tariffs, Beijing has been quietly forging trade ties all over the region.
October 20, 2025
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