It all started with a grand vision, China, the ancient Middle Kingdom, rising once again to reclaim its place as the world’s economic powerhouse. But instead of conquering lands with armies, it wielded something far more powerful: money. With the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2013, Beijing promised to build roads,…
WASHINGTON – The Trade War Returns The United States has reignited major trade conflicts with its three largest trading partners after President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China took effect early Tuesday. The measures, which impose a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods and double existing duties on…
Israel’s status as an intelligence powerhouse is no secret. For decades, the country’s intelligence services have consistently demonstrated capabilities that place it among the most formidable in the world. From covert operations to technological innovations, Israel’s intelligence prowess spans multiple dimensions, rooted in both historical necessity and the unique geopolitical environment it operates in. In…
To understand, why the Pacific Ocean is centre of geopolitical gravity in the 21st century, we’ll have to take a holistic look at how things evolved in the past and how they impacted the seas, the oceans and broader littoral geographies. Let us delve into the detail of it. The invention of the wheel around…
“Russia, Iran and Saudi Arabia depend on exporting Oil & Gas. Their economies will collapse if Oil & Gas suddenly give way to Solar & Wind.” (Yuval Noah Harari) Oil has long been the backbone of Saudi Arabia’s economy and the driving force behind its development. As the world’s largest oil exporter, it’s challenging to envision…
Qatar’s economy is characterized by its substantial wealth and diversified sources of income, primarily driven by its vast reserves of natural gas and oil. In 2022, Qatar’s GDP was approximately $236 billion, with a projected growth rate of 4.21%. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) anticipated a real GDP growth of 2.4% for 2023 and 2.2%…
Introduction The Iranian attack on Israel on April 1, 2024, involving direct drone and missile strikes, has ignited discussions about its broader implications for regional security and Israel’s diplomatic posture. This article delves into the implications of the attack and examines what Israel gained from this significant escalation in tensions. End of Isolation The attack…
In a bold and unprecedented move, Iran has unleashed a massive barrage of over 200 drones and missiles targeting Israel, pushing regional tensions to perilous heights. This retaliatory strike, dubbed “Operation True Promise” by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), is in direct response to a deadly airstrike on its Damascus consular annexe earlier this…
A Brief Geopolitical tensions have long plagued the Middle East, with recent developments sparking concerns of a full-scale war. Various factors, including political unrest, economic challenges, and religious and ethnic conflicts, have contributed to increased regional tensions. The Middle East is indeed edging closer to a wider regional conflict, as noted by Julian Borger, the…
