Without U.S. who will stand against china? In a region where every missile launch makes headlines and alliances define stability, a quiet but powerful shift is underway. The United States is considering a partial military withdrawal of around 4,500 troops from South Korea—out of the 28,500 currently stationed there. At first glance, it seems like…
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…
The air crackled with tension. It was March 2024, and a Philippine resupply vessel, its paint peeling and rust blooming like a macabre flower, limped towards Second Thomas Shoal. Its mission: to deliver vital supplies to a handful of Filipino marines stationed aboard the BRP Sierra Madre, a decaying warship intentionally grounded on the shoal…
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…
The monsoon, derived from the Arabic word mausim, meaning “season,” is a critical climatic phenomenon characterized by dramatic weather changes, including distinct wet and dry seasons. This seasonal wind pattern is defined by a reversal in wind direction, which transports moisture-laden air from the ocean onto land, significantly influencing regional climates. In South and East…
Narendra Modi is a prominent figure in Indian politics, known for his charismatic leadership and ambitious vision for the nation. Born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Gujarat, Modi rose through the ranks of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) before joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from…
Bangladesh is reeling from a seismic shift in its political landscape. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who held the reins of power for 15 years, has stepped down amid violent protests and fled the capital, Dhaka, for India. Her departure marks the end of an era and plunges the country into uncertainty as demonstrators continue to…
