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State visit is the highest level of foreign diplomatic engagement, and carries with it a great deal of pomp and pageantry. It is usually conducted at the invitation of a visiting nation’s head of state, and is a symbol of the strong friendship and alliance between the two countries. State visits are also high-level platforms […]
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A trade agreement reduces or eliminates tariffs and other barriers that limit the flow of goods and services. It can also create a framework to facilitate commerce and provide for neutral dispute settlement. International trade agreements can be multilateral, bilateral, or preferential. Generally, the objective of any trade agreement is to increase trade between the […]
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The global economy is highly dependent on international trade, from lithium from Australia to semiconductors from Taiwan or oil from Gulf States. As a result, even the threat of escalating geopolitical tensions can ripple globally and disrupt supply chains, impacting companies around the world. Moreover, increased restrictions by a trading partner due to geopolitics can […]
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State visit is the highest level of foreign diplomatic engagement, and carries with it a great deal of pomp and pageantry. It is usually conducted at the invitation of a…
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A trade agreement reduces or eliminates tariffs and other barriers that limit the flow of goods and services. It can also create a framework to facilitate commerce and provide for…
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The global economy is highly dependent on international trade, from lithium from Australia to semiconductors from Taiwan or oil from Gulf States. As a result, even the threat of escalating…
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Global sanctions Sanctions, whether unilateral, imposed by one country, or multilateral, a collective decision by multiple countries or international organizations, are the tool of choice for addressing a range of…
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Diplomatic talks are conversations between nation-states or international organizations aimed at resolving conflicts, reaching agreements, and establishing treaties. They may be bilateral (one side talking to one), multilateral, or back-channel.…
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Military Invasion
A Military invasion is when a group of armed forces from one geopolitical entity enters territory that is controlled by another. Invasions can be part of a larger war or may be an independent conflict. They typically result in occupation of the invaded territory and can profoundly change the culture and politics of that region. […]
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Military Escalation: A Key Issue for National Security Professionals
Military escalation involves actions that increase the intensity of warfare. Since the earliest days of human conflict, it has played a significant role in shaping battles, and its effects may reach far beyond those on the battlefield itself. Examples range from the decision in a war to introduce a new weapon to the use of […]
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What is a Military Coup?
A military coup is the sudden, violent overthrow of an existing government by a small group of military officers. It is a distinct and different process from a revolution, which involves mass popular action for fundamental social and economic change. The key prerequisite for a successful coup is control of the armed forces, police, and […]
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Global Democracy and Power Politics
Global democracy is a global normative ideal in which citizens are guaranteed an equal democratic stake in governing institutions that shape world life. Proponents often invoke cosmopolitan or liberal values such as inclusiveness, equality, popular control, transparency, accountability, deliberation, and human rights. These values, they argue, should guide a global democracy in an ongoing process […]
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21st Century Collective Defense Alliances
The Alliance aims to preserve peace and protect the citizens of NATO Allies by denying aggression, deterring conflict, preserving freedom of action and decision, defending principles and values like human rights and democracy, and supporting the rules-based international order. It achieves its objectives by collective strength, backed by an effective transatlantic defence and deterrence posture […]
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Six Factors That Drive Political Unrest
Political unrest is a state of dissatisfaction and agitation among the population that leads to protests or rioting. This often reflects a sense of injustice and frustration with government actions or policies. This can be caused by poverty, economic instability, corruption and oppression. Historically, political unrest has led to wars and revolutions, but in recent […]
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7 Tactics of Authoritarian Rule
Authoritarian rule is on the rise around the world, and it must be confronted. It manifests itself in a range of ways, from denial of election results to attacks on core freedoms to escalating political violence. Yet, despite the many forms it takes, it tends to follow clear and consistent patterns. By understanding these seven […]
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Economic Sanctions
Whether used to punish a regime, deter aggression or encourage democracy, economic sanctions are one of the most powerful international tools at a nation’s disposal. Nevertheless, these coercive measures are not without their costs and must be weighed carefully before being imposed. The use of sanctions can be traced back to ancient times—the Athenians imposed […]
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Global Security and the Need for Collaboration at the International Level
Global security encompasses many issues, from terrorism and armed conflict to human trafficking and global natural disasters. These issues are complex and require collaboration at the international level to address. Amid escalating geopolitical tensions, gray-zone warfare actions and the emerging AI arms race, new risks are on the horizon. These new threats require leaders to […]
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Territorial Dispute and Border Conflict
Territorial dispute, or border conflict, occurs when a nation disputes the legal ownership of land, water or airspace. It often arises from a disagreement over natural resources such as rivers, fertile farmland, or mineral or petroleum reserves. In addition, it can be caused by vague and unclear language in a treaty that set up the […]