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Trump’s return: A Win for Netanyahu and Israel’s Far Right
Photo's source: https://www.aa.com.tr/en, President Donald Trump and Premier Benjamin Netanyahu
Trump has previously proclaimed himself the “best thing that could ever happen to Israel” (Schechter), and in the wake of the recent U.S election, this claim reverberates with even greater intensity.
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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE MEPEI – CIHAN UNIVERSITY-DUHOK
On Nov. 20, 2024, between 6 and 9 PM (Bucharest time), MEPEI, in collaboration with the Consulting and Research Center at the Cihan University - Duhok, is organizing an International Conference on the Zoom platform, entitled "Global Economy and Geopolitical
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The Economy of Indonesia – Positive Outlook in the Mid-Run
With a nominal GDP forecasted by the IMF experts to exceed USD 1.4tn in 2024, Indonesia is included in the Top 20 economies in the world.
The economy of Indonesia presented a high level of resilience in the context of the
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Trump’s Triumph & Geopolitics
DONALD Trump’s triumph in the 47th presidential election held on November 5, 2024, has kicked off an intensive debate among commentators about his Administration’s internal and external governance preferences. Indeed, there would be a few visible shifts at the domestic
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The Role of Jaish al-Adl/Jundallah in the post-9/11 World
At the beginning of 20th century, the United States (US) was emerging as a global superpower. The end of the Cold War determined changes in the security architecture of Central Asia and AfPak regions but certain patterns remained. It is
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BRICS: Prominent Global Player
The recent BRICS summit unveils the organization’s strategic expansion to solidify its position as a prominent global player. President Putin and Xi reiterated their global worldviews, sounded to defy the United States’ containment policies and demanded a just solution to
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Middle East Moving Closer to Overt Nuclearisation
The rapid transformation in global geopolitics, the vertical proliferation of nuclear weapons, nuclear-armed states signaling to use nuclear weapons to intimidate adversaries, and the escalation of tension between Iran and Israel have alarmed about the overt nuclearisation of the Middle
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Foreign Confrontation in the Sahel Region between Propaganda & Policies
As of 2024, the Sahel region appears to undergo geopolitical transformations and the Russian propaganda is often mentioned as a major factor in the disruption. While the Russian Federation appears to (re)assert itself as a global superpower, the societal and
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Opinions on Integration and Interdependency of the Middle East Region in the Light of Political, Security, and Economic Transformations
We are facing two major and historic global transformations, while the fate of both transformations remains uncertain.
First: The global order that emerged after World War II is on the verge of collapse, and a new global order is beginning to
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SCO Summit Marks a Significant Diplomatic Achievement for Pakistan
The rapid transformation in global geopolitics has intensified the vitality of multinational organizations for regional peace and security. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has steadily evolved as an important Eurasian multilateral forum, primarily aimed at resolving the non-traditional security challenges
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Commemoration of the International Day of Peace 2024: Upholding a Shared Future to Build a World of Peaceful Coexistence, 19-21 September, Shandong Province, People`s Republic of China
Following the invitation of Chinese People`s Association for Peace and Disarmament (CPAPD), during the period 19-21 September, our colleague Ecaterina Matoi, attended the "Commemoration of the International Day of Peace 2024" a landmark event organized in China, under the aegis
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The 9th China-Africa Forum
Photo's Source: President Xi Jinping’s speech at the Forum - https://www.atalayar.com/en/opinion/lahcen-haddad/africa-and-china-opportunities-and-challenges-of-shared-destiny/20240910170000205014.html
On September 6, the 9th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) concluded in Beijing. Founded in 2000, FOCAC now has 55 members including China, 53 African countries that have established diplomatic
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The Geopolitical Importance of the Wakhan Corridor in Central Asia
Photo's Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1415460
The Wakhan Corridor, a narrow strip of land in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan Province, holds immense geopolitical significance due to its location at the junction of four countries: Afghanistan, China, Pakistan, and Tajikistan. Stretching approximately 350 kilometres in length and
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Annual International Conference (Hybrid Format): The 10th Forum “Integration and Interdependency of the Middle East Region in the Light of Political, Security, and Economic Transformations”
Venue: Grand Hotel Bucharest 5*, Rapsodia Conference Hall (1st Floor), Blvd. Nicolae Bălcescu, nr.4 (Piața Universității), Sector 1, Bucharest
Organizers:
MEPEI (Middle East Political and Economic Institute), Romania;
EuroDefense Romania.
Partners:
IPIS (Institute for Political and International Studies IPIS/MoFA, Iran);
IFIMES (International
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Iraq’s ravaged cultural heritage: exception or rule in contemporary MENA conflicts?
Iraqis are proud successors of a millennia-long, rich, diverse, and relevant culture, that fascinated and inspired humanity far beyond its borders. In early July, 2024, Iraq reportedly exhibited ancient artefacts stolen starting with the 2003 invasion and recently recovered, in
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From Algebra to Artificial Intelligence: Iran's Legacy for Development of World Science and Technology
Note by H.E. Mr. Seyed Hossein Sadat Meidani
Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Romania
On the Occasion of International Day of Science, Technology and Innovation for the South
Praise Lord of Life, God the Wise
A worthier notion shall not arise
Ferdowsi,
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China - EU Trade Routes: Evolution and Risks
China, the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) are three major markets at global level, that exchange goods and services in an ever faster and more complex economic development. This triangle is not necessarily the fundamental paradigm in
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Romania and Asia: A Need for Further Development of Relations
-On the occasion of the Day of Diplomacy of Romania-
Asia's cultural diversity, economic vitality, technological innovation, and geopolitical significance collectively underscore its pivotal role in shaping the global landscape, holding a critical place for the European Union and Romania. In
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China-Qatar Relations in Artificial Intelligence
Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al-Thani, emir of Qatar, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 31, 2019. Prior to the talks, Xi held a welcome ceremony for
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Power Shift in the South Caucasus: NATO’s Bold Moves Amid Russia’s Retreat
The geopolitical dynamics of the South Caucasus are witnessing a pivotal transformation driven by NATO’s strategic engagement and Russia's receding influence. This shift has substantial implications for Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia as these nations navigate new security landscapes and realign
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Relations between China and Saudi Arabia in the field of Artificial Intelligence
In recent years, with the acceleration of global digital transformation, artificial intelligence has become a key technology driving economic and social development. The collaborative relationship in the field of artificial intelligence between China and Saudi Arabia has shown significant growth
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UK riots, American big tech, and international politics
Photo's source: https://www.lbc.co.uk
“It’s 2030 in the UK & you’re being executed for posting a meme …”[1]
On July 29th, 2024, a stabbing attack that killed three little girls, wounded more children and adults took place in Southport, UK. The combination of
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China-UAE Relations in Artificial Intelligence
Photo’s source: https://bgtvnetwork.com
In the 21st century’s technological wave, artificial intelligence has become a core driving force for global economic growth and social progress. In the Middle East, particularly the UAE, notable progress has been made in the field of AI,
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Kazakhstan's Green Revolution_ Embracing Renewables in a Rentier State
The contemporary socio-economic progress of the world heavily depends on the utilization of energy resources, particularly oil. Kazakhstan, the largest oil producer in Central Asia, is taking significant steps in its transition towards green energy. This move is driven by
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Coordinates of the unlikely Bangladesh alignment with the West in 2024
Photo's source: https://www.lightcastlebd.com
As if the crises around the world were not sufficient, on August the 5th, 2024, the now former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left her country in a military aircraft. In the aftermath of this event, reactions from
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Diplomatic Efforts in Course to Containing Flurrying Tensions in the Middle East
Palestinian group Hamas's political leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran on Wednesday, 31st July in an attack attributed to Israel, hours after an Israeli strike on Beirut’s Southern suburbs resulted in the death of Hezbollah military chief Fouad Shukur.
Ever
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Palestinian factions’ Beijing Declaration: a geopolitical shift?
Photo’s source: https://www.maannews.net/news
The State Council of the People’s Republic of China announced on July 23rd, 2024, that 14 Palestinian factions signed the Beijing Declaration, reportedly “strengthening” Palestinian national unity (english.gov.cn/Xinhua, 2024). The reactions to this relatively unanticipated announcement were diverse, prompting
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MEPEI Talks: the Election of New President of the Islamic Republic of Iran
Note by H.E. Dr. Seyed Hossein SADAT MEIDANI on the Election of New President of the Islamic Republic of Iran
In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
On 30th July 2024, Mr. PEZESHKIAN sworn in and officially took
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Beijing Declaration: the Chinese Mediation Among Palestinian Factions
Photo: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, attends the closing ceremony of a reconciliation dialogue among Palestinian factions and witnesses the signing of a declaration on
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Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2024
Source of Photo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_SCO_summit#; A group photo of the SCO heads of state at the 24th SCO Summit in Almata, Kazakhstan: (from left to right) Zhang Ming, secretary general of SCO; Mohammad Mokhber, acting President of Iran; Sadyr Japarov, president
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