Is Globalisation Retreating, or Is It Just Changing Shape?
Over time, we might see a more separated world as more and more countries aim to be self-reliant to best serve themselves, even
Global
From Straits to Semiconductors
Quantifying the Transformation of Chokepoints in Modern Networked Interdependence Introduction Historically, strategic chokepoints were defined by their physical geography, with maritime corridors like
Carbon, Cartels, and Courtship: The Making of a Global Diamond Obsession
Diamonds are common. They were not rare when created as gemstones for people over 5,000 years ago, and they still are not rare
From Bean to Brew: The Global Journey of Coffee
Picture a rainy day; the sky draped in melancholic gray, barely a person in sight, hushed raindrops gently sliding down your window. What
The Asian Economic Power Shift: How China surpassed Japan and became the second-largest global economy
Our generation is quite used to associating Asian economic power with China whereas if you ask anyone what comes to your mind when
The Ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
“IMEC will supplement road and maritime transport routes that already exist, aiming to increase connectivity and economic integration between Asia and Europe via
Economic Spillovers and Market Failure
“In the intricate interplay of the global economy, economic spillovers act like quiet conductors, guiding the interconnected symphony of international trade, finance, and
Geo-Economics of Rare Earth Metals
Imagine a world devoid of smartphones, electric vehicles, or sophisticated military technology. This scenario is closely tied to a limited number of resources
Modern Day Kurukshetra
Mahabharata is Itihas. Not because it’s history, but because it keeps repeating itself –Devdutt Pattanaik. Mahabharata – An ancient Indian epic that has
One Country, Two Currencies, Many Exchange Rates
How does it feel to be the only country in the world which prints two currencies? How does it feel to be paying
BON BON DE TERRES
Imagine sitting for lunch on a sunny afternoon in Haiti. One would expect a rich buffet of poulet aux noir or tassot, followed
Sudan- The Becoming of a Revolution
Slogans like ‘حرية سلام و عدالة و الثورة خيار الشعب‘, which translates to ‘Freedom, peace, justice…the revolution is the choice of the people’-
The Crumbling Economy of Pakistan
Less than two years ago, the world was bursting with praise for Pakistan’s dynamic and resilient economy. 2018 saw Pakistan having its highest
College Admissions in the American Melting Pot
While Indians face rising racism in America, some of them are opposing the admission of Blacks, Hispanics and other minorities to the top
Does India have a Strategic Culture
While Indians face rising racism in America, some of them are opposing the admission of Blacks, Hispanics and other minorities to the top
Ruling with a Tattooed Fist
It is always fascinating to see a group bound by a strong code of conduct operating in a way which appears to be
Stewardly Capitalism
(A Review of Prosperity: Better Business Makes the Greater Good by Colin Mayer. 2018. Oxford University Press. Oxford. Paperback. Pp.261. Price: £ 16.99)
Breaking Down India’s Exit from RCEP
“In the current situation, it is not possible for India to join the RCEP Agreement.” This line said by Narendra Modi, the Prime
Chaos in the Island of Stability
US President Jimmy Carter once described Iran as “an island of stability in a turbulent corner of the world.” Today, Iran is vowing
Chinese Competition
Who is not afraid of the Chinese competition? And who does not want to outdo it? These were the relevant questions in the