Opinion – The Future of the Non-Proliferation Treaty
It is high time that states took stock of the emerging threats and the unaddressed gaps that run the risk of further weakening the nuclear non-proliferation regime.
Is South Korea the New Quintessential Representation of Soft Power?
South Korea’s extraordinary ascent is unlikely to be a temporary phenomenon, but the political direction of its soft power is yet to be determined.
Corroding Western Democracy: The Disparity Between Azerbaijan and Russia
A lack of critical reporting on Baku’s narrative has not only glossed over democratic shortcomings in Azerbaijan, but it has also helped undermine the rights of Armenians.
Opinion – International Relations at the End of the Second Elizabethan Age
Elizabeth II was one of international relations’ strongest soft powers – not just in longevity, but also in her subtle influence on the global system.
Brazil’s Ongoing Pursuit of Democracy Amidst Bicentennial Celebrations
As in other systems beset by authoritarian compromises, Brazil’s inner contradictions have paved the way for a retreat into nostalgia over the past decade.
Opinion – The Future of the USA-China Trade War
Future agreements between the USA and China should focus on strengthening the rule of law and the global trading system.
Opinion – UK-France Relations Under a Liz Truss Premiership
The UK would be wise to keep France close and forge a renewed alliance for the raw purposes of political expediency and domestic legitimacy.
Ukraine and the Failure of the Responsibility to Protect Norm
The United Nations has lost its legitimacy to prevent wars of aggression that underlie the very foundation of its existence.
Opinion – Historical Amnesia, Digital Authoritarianism and the Presidency of Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The second Marcos administration looks likely to further undermine democratic values and institutions in the Philippines.
The Mindful Diplomat: How Can Mindfulness Improve Diplomacy?
Practising mindfulness helps us to really be present in the country we reside in. Not the previous one, not the next one, but this one.
