Dr. Habib Al-Badawi In the ever-evolving geopolitical landscape, the robust alliance between Japan and the United States has long served as a bedrock of stability and cooperation in the West. However, as the prospect of a second Trump presidency gains traction, Japanese officials find themselves scrambling to meticulously prepare for the potential upheaval and safeguard …

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By Diksha Bharti Vladimir Putin extended his tenure as Russia’s president by winning the country’s election with over eighty-seven percent of the votes, according to Russia’s election commission. He easily defeated his closest challenger, communist candidate Nikolai Kharitanov, who secured four percent of the votes, positioning him to become Russia’s longest-serving leader in over 200 …

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By Habib Al-Badawi Executive Summary The recent port visit by the Russian frigate Marshall Shaposhnikov to Eritrea’s Massawa harbor has brought into sharp focus Moscow’s reinvigorated ambitions in the critical Red Sea region. This naval deployment, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of Russia-Eritrea diplomatic ties, represents the Kremlin’s latest attempt to secure a strategic foothold …

Russia’s Eritrean Foray:  A New Arena for Great Power Maritime Rivalry in the Red Sea Basin Read More »

By Diksha Bharti On March 4, 2024, Shehbaz Sharif was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Pakistan after the controversial elections of February 8th. Sharif is the younger brother of the three-time former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and has served as prime minister once before, from April 2022 until August 2023, after Imran Khan …

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Navigating the Tapestry of History and Philosophy By Professor Habib Al-Badawi In the intricate tapestry of human existence, history and philosophy emerge as twin strands, interwoven and inseparable. As we embark on a journey to explore the Texas-United States conflict through the lenses of Ibn Khaldun’s profound insights, we find ourselves traversing the corridors of …

Temporal Threads: Unraveling the Texas-U.S. Standoff through Ibn Khaldun’s Lens Read More »

By Professor Habib Al-Badawi Introduction  The historical panorama of Japan-U.S. relations provides a compelling overture to the complex narrative unfolding as Prime Minister Fumio Kishida grapples with the potential return of former President Donald Trump. This research note delves into the intricate tapestry of history, intertwining personal relationships, geopolitical dynamics, and the evolving landscape of …

Continuity and Change: The Intricacies of Japan-U.S. Relations in the Trump-Kishida Expected Era Read More »

India’s role in collective maritime security Christian Bueger, University of Copenhagen & SafeSeas August 2022 The expansion of the Chinese navy in the Western Indian Ocean has led to concern among analysts in India and elsewhere. With the takeover of Hambantota port in Sri Lanka and its recent employment of a research vessel, China sends …

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By Professor Habib Al-Badawi The evolving geopolitical landscape, marked by hotspots like Ukraine and contested regions such as Taiwan, presents the United States with an intricate challenge: how to support its allies while navigating the complexities of formidable adversaries? The delicate issue of providing arms has ignited discussions about the imminent need for the U.S. …

Geopolitical Tightrope: Navigating U.S. Arms Dilemma in Ukraine and Taiwan Amidst Rising Tensions Read More »