The Trade Consequences of Economic Sanctions
Economic sanctions are a core component of international politics, designed to punish individuals and organizations that break global law. They…
The Global Debt Crisis
Amid a series of global shocks since 2020, the world’s public debt burden has soared, straining government finances and undermining…
The Civil War
The Civil war preserved the nation created in 1776, but it transformed it as well. The old decentralized republic where…
What Are Human Rights?
Human rights are the fundamental freedoms and rights that belong to every person, everywhere, from birth. They are based on…
The Challenges of Regime Change
Regime change policies are when one country, covertly or overtly, interferes with another’s government with the goal of replacing that…
Global Recession
A global recession is a prolonged period of economic decline that affects many countries simultaneously. In contrast to individual country…
The Legacy of a Military Coup d’Etat
A Military coup d’état is the sudden overthrow of a government by members of the military. It can occur for…
Cryptocurrency Regulation
Cryptocurrency regulation refers to legal and policy measures that governments use to define how digital assets are issued, traded, stored,…
Geopolitical Tensions
Geopolitical tensions manifest as political rivalries that influence global power dynamics, influencing diplomatic strategies, military engagements, and economic policies. They…
The Border Skirmish Between India and China
The border skirmish that erupted between India and China last week offers a window into Beijing’s strategic posture in a…