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The Queen’s State Visit
A State visit is a high level diplomatic tour undertaken by a head of state, or chief of government (for heads of governments) from one country to another. It involves a large number of ceremonial events and often includes an exchange of gifts. A State visit is also accompanied by meetings with the host’s prime […]
What is a Trade Agreement?
Trade agreement A trade agreement sets rules for international economic policy. In the most common type of trade agreement, governments commit to limit protectionist barriers to trade by lowering tariffs or other trade barriers on products that are imported and exported across the borders of the countries that signed the agreement. Trade agreements also set […]
The True Costs of Global Sanctions
Global sanctions are powerful political tools with profound global economic consequences. Sanctions impose steep barriers to international business, forcing them to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and reassess supply chains, while absorbing reputational risks by association with sanctioned regions. These economic setbacks compound financial losses, and often lead to litigation, financial penalties, and lost contracts. In […]
Diplomatic Talks
Diplomatic talks, a type of international dispute resolution, involve negotiations and dialogue between representatives of sovereign states. Often, they aim to advance a country’s national interests through foreign policy. They also mediate between nations’ clashing narratives, resolve disputes and create space for peace. Negotiations can be bilateral or multilateral. They may focus on issues such […]
Project Management Institute’s Global Summit 2025
In a world that is growing ever-more interconnected, the Global summit is where projects meet and connect. The conference draws an audience of project professionals who want to understand and apply cutting-edge research, tools and techniques in a human-centered way to solve complex business challenges, build resilience and create impact. The Global Summit has attracted […]
The Civil War and Slavery
The Civil war, fought between the North and South, was triggered by the conflict over slavery. Unlike slavery in the ancient world, this American version was based on race. White Southerners were committed to the preservation of slavery, while Northerners believed that slavery was morally wrong and needed to be brought to an end. The […]
Understanding International Alliances
International alliances are arrangements among states that bind them to cooperate in military, diplomatic and economic ways for a common cause. The cause can be national security or other goals such as reducing poverty or protecting the environment. These commitments are formally set by treaties. They require the state parties to relinquish some of their […]
What is a Global Recession?
A global recession is a prolonged period of decline in economic growth across the entire world economy. It is a serious economic setback that can have profound effects on individuals and businesses. Global recessions are less common than national ones, and the impact varies from country to country depending on its trading relationships and the […]
How Cryptocurrency Regulation Is Evolving
Cryptocurrency regulation is an evolving framework that seeks to balance innovation with investor protection, financial transparency, and systemic stability. While the details vary by country, most regulatory efforts are taking place in response to a growing recognition that digital assets and their underlying blockchain technologies are transforming global economic systems. Many state governments have attempted […]
Military Invasion
A Military invasion is the act of armed forces of one geopolitical entity entering territory controlled by another, generally with the intention of conquering the territory or altering the established government. Military invasions are often the cause or the result of war. They can be a single action or a part of a larger strategy […]