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Whose line is it anyway? The growing threat of China’s maritime presence
China’s increasing military and maritime presence in Djibouti is causing a stir, as its search for resources puts pressure on political stability globally.
Sikkim and the Silk Road: Is China making a move on India?
The Belt and Road initiative continues to cause tension between India and China, as China builds closer ties with India’s neighbours on all sides.
The Week Ahead
Eyes on China and US data. The ECB and Bank of Japan talk rates. California votes on cap and trade. Investments in Iran safe for now. All in The Week Ahead.
Hamburg G20 was the EU’s first test in a new world order
With the US potentially backing away from defending globalization, the EU stands to become the main player on trade, climate, democracy and related issues.
Why is the international community not intervening in Venezuela?
External intervention in Venezuela is not on the table and the international community favours an internal solution, regardless of how difficult it may be.
The Japan-EU Trade Agreement: Pushing back against protectionism
Japan and the EU have agreed to a trade deal that will eliminate the vast majority of both tariff and non-tariff barriers.
Food security: The Gulf Cooperation Council states in dire straits
Heavily reliant on food imports via maritime shipping, the Gulf States are facing an increasing risk: chokepoint risk.
Resurgent violence in Rakhine state demands intelligent security response
A spate of recent incidents signals a deteriorating security situation in Rakhine state and is evidence of a more organised and transnational threat.
Turbulent twenties: China’s tightening grip on Hong Kong
As the China continues to exert control over the city twenty years on, the future of this financial hub is as uncertain as ever.
Social unrest in China: A threat to regime legitimacy and the economy?
Protest is now a common expression of social discontent in China, despite its illegality.
