[Raghav Kumar] For India, Putin's visit was a chance to reaffirm that its energy decisions, including the sourcing of oil from Russia, will not be dictated by external powers.
Tag: Diplomacy
APEC’s Gyeongju Moment: Turning Promises into Progress
[Bahauddin Foizee] 2025 APEC Summit framed its agenda around three priorities—namely, Connect, Innovate, Prosper—a structure that mirrors the region’s core dilemmas.
What APEC 2025 Reveals About Global Trade
[Zephyr Quinn] As global institutions falter and domestic populism surges, even the act of agreeing on principles—no matter how bland—becomes an act of defiance against fragmentation.
A Step toward Kurdish-Turkish Peace
[Syafruddin Arsyad] At the heart of this moment is the enduring Kurdish demand, not for separation, but for dignity, inclusion and rights.
U.S.-Vietnam Recent Deal Built on Compulsion
[Zephyr Quinn] Vietnam has asked the U.S. to recognize it as a market economy and to lift restrictions on high-tech exports, longstanding requests Washington continues to ignore.
Rethinking Responsibility in Russia-Ukraine War
[David Jonathan Miller] In pointing fingers at not just Russia but also Ukraine and the U.S., Trump is not absolving anyone but he is challenging a narrative that often oversimplifies the complexities of modern warfare.
Trump’s Ceasefire Diplomacy for Russia-Ukraine War, and the Global Fallout
[Nicholas Lovric] Trump's efforts, while consistent with his "America First" rhetoric, may ultimately undermine both Ukraine’s sovereignty and the broader interests of the West.
Syria’s Leadership Change Sparks New Diplomatic Era!
[Syafruddin Arsyad] The recent diplomatic visits underscore the emerging consensus among Arab states to support Syria’s reconstruction and political transition.
Europe’s Path to Sovereignty, Security and Self-Reliance
[Lucas Dupont] As the continent faces a range of destabilizing factors, it’s clear that Europe’s future stability depends on its ability to act autonomously, without excessive reliance on the United States.
Here’s Why UN Secretary-General Joined Putin at BRICS Summit in Russia
[Bahauddin Foizee] Critics who expect Guterres to unambiguously condemn Russia or support one side are overlooking the necessity of dialogue in conflict resolution.
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.
What Lessons are to be Learned from Article 16 Row?
[John Bruton] The more disharmony there is between the UK and the EU, the greater will be the political problems for both parts of Ireland.
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