Tag: Asia

Asia is the largest continent in the world by both land area and population. It covers an area of more than 44 million square kilometers, about 30% of Earth’s total land area and 8% of Earth’s total surface area. 

Here’s How Geopolitical Tensions are Reshaping Global Supply Chains

[Zephyr Quinn] Businesses are increasingly focusing on reshoring production, finding alternative suppliers, and investing in technology to enhance supply chain visibility and flexibility so that they can mitigate the risks associated with geopolitical uncertainties.

Iran’s Missiles to Russia Have Significant Implications for the U.S.

[Nicholas Lovric] Both Iran and Russia share a common adversary in the West, and their deepening cooperation serves as a challenge to the U.S. influence in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

South Korea’s Climate Ruling: A New Dawn for Environmental Justice

[Simi Garewal] South Korean court's decision signals to other governments that failing to address climate change adequately could result in legal and constitutional challenges, potentially driving more comprehensive climate policies.

Human Cost of Conflict in Southern Parts of Lebanon

[Bahauddin Foizee] The suffering in southern parts of Lebanon is not just a regional issue; it is a global humanitarian crisis that demands attention and intervention.

Germany’s Balancing Act with China in a Shifting Global Landscape

[Bahauddin Foizee] Approximately 60% of German businesses operating in China are taking steps to enhance supply chain reliability, with many looking to Southeast Asia as a new frontier.

Iran is a Toothless Tiger

[Bahauddin Foizee] The notion that Iran can dictate the regional order or project lasting power is an illusion.

U.S. Approach to Syria: From Cold War to Joe Biden

[Ahmed Khalid Al-Fahad] While the U.S. has expressed support for democratic principles in Syria, its actual influence has been constrained by the internal dynamics of the conflict, the resilience of the Assad regime and the involvement of foreign powers that back opposing sides in the war.

The Promise of the BURMA Act

[Bahauddin Foizee] The effectiveness of this law ultimately depends on the cooperation of regional state actors such as Bangladesh, India and Thailand.

Will Middle East Replace the USA with China?

[Bahauddin Foizee] The U.S.’s military and political clout, coupled with its established relationships, provide it with a level of influence that China has yet to match.

Bangladesh: Why a Bridge could Profoundly Impact Ruling Party’s Popularity?

[Bahauddin Foizee] Ruling party’s campaign to repeatedly publicize country’s recent developments, including Padma Bridge project, could now pay off in the next general election.

Foreign Interference Behind Imran Khan’s Ouster in Pakistan?

[Bahauddin Foizee] It is crucial for anyone seeking to grasp the broader implications of Khan's removal and the future trajectory of Pakistani politics to first find out whether foreign interference played a role in Imran Khan's ouster.