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Energy transition goes from tailwinds to headwinds
Nov 26, 2024 · he extraordinarily favorable economic, geopolitical, and policy conditions from 2015 to 2021, which fueled optimism about an imminent, policy-driven peak in oil and gas demand, have vanished and are unlikely to return soon.
Gotland Island’s strategic importance to NATO’s defense
May 16, 2024 · otland, Sweden's largest island, located in the Baltic Sea, is of increasing critical security interest in Northern Europe. Gotland's proximity to Russia and the Baltic states—Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia—makes it strategically valuable for protecting NATO's eastern flank in the event of a Russia–NATO military conflict. Its proximity to …
From the Kremlin to the Kitchen: Russian Life in 6 Charts
Dec 14, 2023 · s the war in Ukraine crossed the 18-month mark, we recently outlined Ukrainians’ continued support for victory on the battlefield, ambitions to join the EU and NATO, economic strains, and strong support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the military. Here, we take stock of public opinion in Russia, outlining six key insights into how life has changed for Russians during the conflict.
Evolving diplomacy in Sudan: Escalation, proxy, or ceasefire?
Mar 6, 2024 · ince April 2023, Sudan has plunged into a civil war fought between the Sudanese regular army under the rule of Prime Minister Fattah al–Burhan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a parallel army commanded by Vice President Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. After almost a year of hostilities, the humanitarian situation in Sudan is on the verge of collapse, with Sudan quickly on its way to becoming a ...
Shifting alliances put the Horn of Africa on edge
Oct 24, 2024 // Tensions are on the rise again on the Horn of Africa, as Egypt, Somalia, and Eritrea discuss a potential collective security alliance against Ethiopia.
Mapping the potential trade route between Iran and China
Mar 19, 2024 · racing the trajectory of attacks at the Red Sea, one could argue that since November 2023, Yemen’s Tehran–backed Houthi rebels have forced central Asian economies (among other states at the international level) to consider opening alternate trade routes and maintain supply lines, further greasing the wheels of their economies.
From Energy to Diplomacy: A Decade of Belt and Road in the …
Dec 17, 2023 // China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has had, over the past decade, a profound impact on the political, cultural, and economic landscapes of countries the world over. While much of the BRI is an empty concept, BRI investments have in many ways transformed the Middle East, writes Elia Preto Martini.
Harnessing AI in locally–led peacebuilding efforts
Oct 9, 2024 · rtificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly gaining prominence across various sectors, including peace and security. In fact, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a landmark resolution on artificial intelligence, recognizing its potential to transform these areas.One notable application is the use of AI–powered dialogue tools like the Remesh platform, which facilitates real–time ...
Central Asia–Caspian region, a high–stakes arena for global investors
Nov 25, 2024 · The Central Asia–Caspian region is a geopolitical chessboard with profound challenges and untapped opportunities. As global powers vie for influence, multinational corporations face risks but also transformative investments in energy, infrastructure, and technology, writes Dr. Elkhan Nuriyev.