Navigating the Shift: Is China Losing Its Grip on Africa?
Despite #China pledging $51 billion to #Africa, only $10 billion represents new investment, with the majority coming from the private sector. This shift highlights #Africa’s increasing disillusionment with #China’s approach to the continent.
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https://or-f.org/32053
Despite #China pledging $51 billion to #Africa, only $10 billion represents new investment, with the majority coming from the private sector. This shift highlights #Africa’s increasing disillusionment with #China’s approach to the continent.
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https://or-f.org/32053
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Navigating the Shift: Is China Losing Its Grip on Africa?
FOCAC 2024 reveals growing disillusionment in China-Africa relations, with shifts in investment, financial sustainability, and political cooperation.
South Korea’s tribulation amid regional flux
Amid growing tensions & corruption allegations against the First Lady, President Yoon's declaration of martial law backfired, deepening divisions among the ruling party, threatening the stability of his presidency.
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https://or-f.org/32041
Amid growing tensions & corruption allegations against the First Lady, President Yoon's declaration of martial law backfired, deepening divisions among the ruling party, threatening the stability of his presidency.
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https://or-f.org/32041
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South Korea’s tribulation amid regional flux
South Korea's political turmoil intensifies as President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration sparks global concern, impacting domestic stability, regional security, and strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific.
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A Reminder from the Baltic on securing undersea cables
Recent submarine cable cuts in the Baltic Sea highlight the vulnerabilities of global communications. With over 99% of international data traffic depending on these cables, their security is critical in an era of geopolitical tensions.
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https://or-f.org/32030
Recent submarine cable cuts in the Baltic Sea highlight the vulnerabilities of global communications. With over 99% of international data traffic depending on these cables, their security is critical in an era of geopolitical tensions.
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https://or-f.org/32030
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A Reminder from the Baltic on securing undersea cables
Rising threats to submarine cables highlight vulnerabilities in global communication and critical infrastructure amid geopolitical tensions.
The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
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https://or-f.org/32060
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32060
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The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
The G20 summit underscores India's strengthened ties with Latin America, focusing on trade, energy, and oil partnerships with Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Guyana.
Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
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https://or-f.org/32059
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32059
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Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal, a $1.7 billion Belt and Road Initiative project in Cambodia, connects Phnom Penh to Kep, driving economic growth, agriculture modernization, and strategic autonomy while raising environmental and diplomatic concerns involving Vietnam…
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Pakistan's proxy war intensifies in Kashmir
Terrorism is resurging in Kashmir as Pakistan uses sleeper cells to disrupt peace and sabotage elections. However, dismantling efforts of terror networks continues by security forces.
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https://or-f.org/32033
Terrorism is resurging in Kashmir as Pakistan uses sleeper cells to disrupt peace and sabotage elections. However, dismantling efforts of terror networks continues by security forces.
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https://or-f.org/32033
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Pakistan's proxy war intensifies in Kashmir
The fall of Assad and the battle for Syria’s future: Regional and global ramifications
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government has reignited the Syrian civil war, now led by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). With military forces disbanding and alliances shifting, the country faces a new era of instability.
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https://or-f.org/32044
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government has reignited the Syrian civil war, now led by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). With military forces disbanding and alliances shifting, the country faces a new era of instability.
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https://or-f.org/32044
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The fall of Assad and the battle for Syria’s future: Regional and global ramifications
Water, sanitation, and health: The overlooked impact of floods on women in India
Floods exacerbate gender disparities in WASH access. Women face challenges like lack of sanitation facilities, exposure to violence, & limited water during emergencies. We need gender-sensitive policies for better disaster management.
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https://or-f.org/32025
Floods exacerbate gender disparities in WASH access. Women face challenges like lack of sanitation facilities, exposure to violence, & limited water during emergencies. We need gender-sensitive policies for better disaster management.
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https://or-f.org/32025
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Water, sanitation, and health: The overlooked impact of floods on women in India
Explore the impact of floods in India on women’s health and safety, focusing on WASH challenges, gender disparities, and the need for resilient, gender-sensitive solutions for sanitation, clean water, and disaster management.
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The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) created mBridge, a cross-border, decentralised CBDC platform, to tackle high costs, delays, & opacity in international payments. It is backed by central banks of #China, #UAE, #HongKong, #Thailand, & more.
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https://or-f.org/32024
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) created mBridge, a cross-border, decentralised CBDC platform, to tackle high costs, delays, & opacity in international payments. It is backed by central banks of #China, #UAE, #HongKong, #Thailand, & more.
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https://or-f.org/32024
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The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?
Explore how mBridge, the BIS-led cross-border payment platform, could challenge traditional finance models, amplify yuan-based trade, and reduce reliance on Western systems like SWIFT.
President Yoon’s martial law adventure: What will be the political repercussion?
The aftermath of South Korea’s brief martial law has sparked intense debate over the concentration of presidential power and the role of intelligence and military agencies. Expect closer oversight and continued political turmoil
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https://or-f.org/32067
The aftermath of South Korea’s brief martial law has sparked intense debate over the concentration of presidential power and the role of intelligence and military agencies. Expect closer oversight and continued political turmoil
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https://or-f.org/32067
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President Yoon’s martial law adventure: What will be the political repercussion?
An analysis of South Korea's 2024 martial law, highlighting its impact on democracy, political instability, military influence, and the ongoing impeachment efforts against President Yoon.
Is the semi-institutionalised format of the QUAD making it less efficient?
QUAD's 2024 climate initiatives focus on the Pacific, with commitments from Japan, India, and the US for renewable energy and disaster response. But for long-term impact, QUAD needs to institutionalize for better coordination and funding.
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https://or-f.org/32073
QUAD's 2024 climate initiatives focus on the Pacific, with commitments from Japan, India, and the US for renewable energy and disaster response. But for long-term impact, QUAD needs to institutionalize for better coordination and funding.
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https://or-f.org/32073
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Is the semi-institutionalised format of the QUAD making it less efficient?
The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) fosters Indo-Pacific stability through initiatives in climate, energy, and regional prosperity, countering Chinese influence with a semi-institutional approach.
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Political turmoil engulfs Paris
As Macron struggles with low approval ratings and political instability in France, Germany faces its own internal crisis. With both EU powerhouses in disarray, Europe's unity on key issues like security and Ukraine is at risk.
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https://or-f.org/32077
As Macron struggles with low approval ratings and political instability in France, Germany faces its own internal crisis. With both EU powerhouses in disarray, Europe's unity on key issues like security and Ukraine is at risk.
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https://or-f.org/32077
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Political turmoil engulfs Paris
France faces a political crisis as the government collapses after a no-confidence vote. With economic challenges, a hung Parliament, and EU instability, the road ahead for Emmanuel Macron and the nation remains uncertain.
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Asteroid Mining: Should India be paying attention?
Startups & organisations, including NASA, are planning to execute asteroid mining in the near future. What seemed like a prospect for the distant future may soon become a reality, thanks to the rapid advancements in technologies like AI.
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https://or-f.org/31464
Startups & organisations, including NASA, are planning to execute asteroid mining in the near future. What seemed like a prospect for the distant future may soon become a reality, thanks to the rapid advancements in technologies like AI.
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https://or-f.org/31464
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Asteroid Mining: Should India be paying attention?
Explore the rising trend of asteroid mining and why developing nations like India should consider its potential in securing critical minerals for the future.
Assad’s fall: The legacy of repression and foreign influence among Syrian rebels
The fall of Assad's regime, though surprising to some, was inevitable due to years of economic hardship, war, & sanctions. With many Syrians in poverty % a weakened military, the collapse was overdue.
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https://or-f.org/32080
The fall of Assad's regime, though surprising to some, was inevitable due to years of economic hardship, war, & sanctions. With many Syrians in poverty % a weakened military, the collapse was overdue.
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https://or-f.org/32080
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Assad’s fall: The legacy of repression and foreign influence among Syrian rebels
The fall of Assad's regime reshapes Syria, driven by economic collapse, military losses, and global powers' influence, with key roles for rebel groups, Türkiye, Iran, and the US.
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The application of emerging technologies in Maritime Domain Awareness
The importance of Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) is more apparent in India, due to its strategically important position within the Indo Pacific and its proximity to China.
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https://or-f.org/31742
The importance of Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) is more apparent in India, due to its strategically important position within the Indo Pacific and its proximity to China.
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https://or-f.org/31742
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The application of emerging technologies in Maritime Domain Awareness
Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) is crucial for India’s security and commercial interests, especially in the context of IUU fishing and regional tensions.
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Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32059
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32059
orfonline.org
Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal, a $1.7 billion Belt and Road Initiative project in Cambodia, connects Phnom Penh to Kep, driving economic growth, agriculture modernization, and strategic autonomy while raising environmental and diplomatic concerns involving Vietnam…
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The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32060
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32060
orfonline.org
The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
The G20 summit underscores India's strengthened ties with Latin America, focusing on trade, energy, and oil partnerships with Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Guyana.
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BRICS Reloaded: Economics, Oil, and Geopolitics at Kazan 2024
The focus for 2024 BRICS summit was modernising security & economic cooperation, with key discussions on counterterrorism to carbon-unit trading, while also addressing critical security challenges like cybersecurity & regional stability
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31746
The focus for 2024 BRICS summit was modernising security & economic cooperation, with key discussions on counterterrorism to carbon-unit trading, while also addressing critical security challenges like cybersecurity & regional stability
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31746
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BRICS Reloaded: Economics, Oil, and Geopolitics at Kazan 2024
The 2024 BRICS summit in Kazan focused on new members, enhanced energy trade, and strengthening security and economic ties, with India driving a vision for a multipolar world.
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