The modern era war weapons have come into the limelight as hypersonic weaponry that is now set as a boon to change the global military paradigms. Hypersonic weapons, or those which can travel at speeds faster than Mach 5 (or more than five times the speed of sound), have been heralded as a game-changer and could clear existing missile defenses. The United States, Russia, and China are in a three-way race to build advanced armaments that can seek out and destroy targets. Yet questions linger: Are hypersonic weapons the game changer they are purported to be by political and military…
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For much of the past two decades, China has been a central destination for business and foreign investment — mainly due to its sheer size as a market but also because of its prolific manufacturing base and bulging middle class. However, the climate for foreign companies in China has been steadily worsening in recent years. Foreign companies have faced an increasingly challenging environment as rising geopolitical tensions, tightening regulations, and a shifting competitive landscape present fresh hurdles. With an increasingly demanding market, and the political, economic, and legal roller coasters that Beijing often presents to foreigners in China; you may…
Mexico’s most powerful and feared drug cartel, the Sinaloa Cartel, has descended into an internal power struggle following the arrest and extradition of its former chief Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman. Said internal struggle, which is more and more recognized as a “civil war” throughout the cartel, encapsulated itself in brutal confrontations among factions of comrades fighting for the eyes of the territory’s drug trade. With the conflict now increasingly threatening to do so within US borders, the alarm has spread not only through communities along both sides of the border but also among federal authorities and lawmakers. This article investigates…
What started as an internal battle between rival military factions has since exploded into a much larger regional and global conflict, the Sudan Civil War. But the conflict has sucked in neighboring states and attracted a range of international powers, turning Sudan into a geopolitical frontline. The conflict has become increasingly internationalized as the more than four-year-old civil war has worked to unravel the country and states working to define the course of it. SUDAN CIVIL WAR—THE DOMINO EFFECT: In this analysis, OpenSecrets examines the core driving forces for internationalizing the Sudanese situation concerning regional and global players and implications…
Category: News Blogs Website: Newspoint48 The Indo-Pacific is emerging as a key region in great power politics, and its military capabilities — rankings of the armed forces by global firepower. As one of the world’s largest economies and home to some of the most strategically important waterways, economic rivalry, territorial disputes, and enhanced military capabilities have resulted in rising tensions. The changing military power rankings of many nations, including China, India, Japan, Australia, and the United States highlight shifts in global geopolitics that could become more pronounced in years to come. Here we look at what these military rankings mean…
Category: News Blogs Website: Newspoint48 DUBAI: Africa’s geopolitics took two steps outside traditional venues of order on 14 August. With its track record of speedy economic growth and scale foreign policy vision, the United Arab Emirates has cast an eye on Africa as part of a broader global mission to build influence. Its engagement in Africa is more than just economic—it involves creating political alliances, promoting development projects, and having a greater presence in critical sectors. Here is a breakdown of their increasing relevance in African geopolitics and the causalities that commit to their involvement. Strategic UAE Interests in Africa…
Recently, Europe has been addressing a few urgent questions that question the might and unanimity of the whole continent. EU is faced with political fragmentation and economic stagnation, a surge in nationalist parties, and external voices questioning their ability to continue as the global leader in foreign affairs. Critics argue that the EU is growing weaker as it faces such challenges, which undermines its future stability and security and weakens its global power relevance. This paper will explore what is behind the EU’s supposed decline and what this could mean for the continent and the rest of the world. Populist…
In Election Debate In America Ignored China: The Forgotten Geopolitical Challenge. With the U.S. preparing for its next election, there are several different issues currently under discussion across the nation – from the economy and healthcare to immigration and climate change. Yet a key subject is noticeably absent: China. Although America is on the verge of an election debate, China has done little in the way of a debate about its position in the global order given that it is arguably one of America’s largest geopolitical and economic adversaries. This is all the more surprising given how wide-ranging those relations…
The United States will have to take another extraordinary step in the advancement of international diplomacy, raising its efforts to mediate the political conflict in Egypt. U.S. officials have been speaking with parties in the region as tension remains and political instability continues. The decision underscores the significance of the U.S. play on the global political stage and its dedication to promoting fundamental freedom and stability in the Middle East; it aligns perfectly with Trumpian “America First” rhetoric, solidifying his appeal to his base through active demonstration of all those principles mentioned above (or promised during international crises). The Political…
This, indeed, is a landmark step for justice and accountability in the Central African Republic (CAR) where former president François Bozizé should be prosecuted on charges of crimes against humanity. The move comes after years of unrest in the vast country, where Bozizé is charged with inciting violence that led to ethnic cleansing and the massive violation of human rights. For CAR, working towards durable peace and security has been a challenge and the trial of Bozizé is a big part of moving on and veracity to ease the suffering of rape survivors. François Bozizé and the History of the…