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Is the Time Ripe for an End to the Ukraine War?
By Herbert Wulf | 21 November, 2024
Donald Trump, president-elect of the USA, wants to end the Ukraine war within a day, as he has emphasized several times, but without saying how. Despite the brutal clashes on the ground in Ukraine, do negotiations now have a chance? Are we near to a "ripe moment" for negotiations?
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Three Options for Korea as It Confronts the Return of Trump
By Chung-in Moon | 20 November, 2024
Trump’s reelection is creating joy and grief in equal measures around the world. But how will Korea be affected?
COP29: Keeping Climate Security Human-Centric
By Sinéad Barry and Janani Vivekananda | 19 November, 2024
Since its emergence nearly two decades ago, the concept of climate security has been an important avenue to uphold the place of human security within the international climate system.
Bangladesh’s Reform Dilemma: Insights from its Ongoing Political Transition
By Imran Ahmed | 14 November, 2024
The departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in early August thrust Bangladesh into an uncertain political period, where questions about governance, legal frameworks, and future reforms dominate discussions.
The COP29 Climate Talks are About to Kick Off in Baku, Azerbaijan. Here’s What to Expect
By Matt McDonald | 12 November, 2024
The next major United Nations meeting on climate change, known as COP29, is about to get underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. These annual meetings are the key international summits as the world attempts to address the unfolding climate crisis.
Is It Really Fale Pili? Tuvaluan Diaspora Dissatisfied with Tuvalu Government’s Consultation on Falepili Union Treaty
By Taukiei Kitara | 11 November, 2024
While the Australian and Tuvalu governments have been highly visible in the negotiation of the Falepili Union Treaty, the lack of consultation with Tuvaluan people in both Australia and Tuvalu before the treaty was signed was widely criticized.
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