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Re-building Trust with Africa to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Re-building Trust with Africa to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Article argues the U.S. must increase its development engagement—not just to compete with China, but to rebuild trust with African partners. By offering long-term, low-risk loans and prioritizing face... Read More...
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Geo-politico-tech Futures in the age of AI
Geo-politico-tech Futures in the age of AI
Report on Global Academy holding the Understanding AI - Opening Session. By Jenna Ellis (05/31/2025) Read More...
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Nature and Capitalism: Critical Bonhomie
Nature and Capitalism: Critical Bonhomie
Author examines how India’s 2025 monsoon season reveals the fragile interdependence of ecological and capitalist systems—calling for structural reforms to reconcile climate risk and economic stability... Read More...
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Legality and Morality in the Digital Age: A Global Call for Action
Legality and Morality in the Digital Age: A Global Call for Action
Article calls for urgent global action to protect children from digital exploitation—highlighting legal gaps, AI misuse, and the need for cross-sector cooperation and accountability. By Jenna Ellis. (... Read More...
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The Role of African Union and the Arab League in supporting political integration and stability in S
The Role of African Union and the Arab League in supporting political integration and stability in S
A case study of Darfur. By Zeina Amir Seedahmed Abdallah. 05/27/2025 Read More...
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The Trans-Caspian Pipeline: A Game-Changer for Europe’s Energy Security – Who Holds the Power?
The Trans-Caspian Pipeline: A Game-Changer for Europe’s Energy Security – Who Holds the Power?
Analysis explores the strategic importance of the proposed Trans-Caspian Pipeline—highlighting its potential to boost Europe’s energy security while facing geopolitical, legal, and financial hurdles. ... Read More...
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Conflict and Conviction: Understanding Pugnaciousism Framework in Recent India-Pak Conflict
Conflict and Conviction: Understanding Pugnaciousism Framework in Recent India-Pak Conflict
Paper applies the concept of Pugnaciousism to the 2025 Pahalgam attack, arguing that normalized aggression fuels cycles of violence in Kashmir—hindering peace, deepening mistrust, and complicating Ind... Read More...
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The Racial Contract in Global Diplomacy: What Feminist Foreign Policy Keeps Ignoring
The Racial Contract in Global Diplomacy: What Feminist Foreign Policy Keeps Ignoring
essay critiques feminist foreign policy for ignoring global racial and colonial power structures—arguing that without confronting systemic inequality, such diplomacy risks reinforcing injustice rather... Read More...
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Putting a Price on Pollution: Why Carbon Taxes Are Crucial for Climate Action
Putting a Price on Pollution: Why Carbon Taxes Are Crucial for Climate Action
Author makes the case for carbon taxes as an essential tool for climate action—emphasizing that thoughtful design, equity measures, and public trust are key to their success. By Ramil Abbasov. (05/19/... Read More...
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New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times
New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times
Read the latest issue of emstrongInternational Affairs Forum where academics, practitioners, and our Student Award Winners discuss issues facing the world in 2025, from democracy, to climate change, A... Read More...
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Book: Digital Media and Grassroots Anti-Corruption
Book: Digital Media and Grassroots Anti-Corruption
New book discussing Contexts, Platforms and Data of Anti-Corruption Technologies Worldwide. Read More...
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IA Forum Winter 2024 - Europe -- and Addressing Climate Change
IA Forum Winter 2024 - Europe -- and Addressing Climate Change

In the new 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, experts from around the world discuss Europe and the EU plus Addressing Climate Change. (03/21/2024)

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IA Forum Winter 2023 - Human Rights
IA Forum Winter 2023 - Human Rights

This new issue of International Affairs Forum presents interviews, essays, and opinion pieces from worldwide experts discussing Human Rights. 03/07/2023

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IA Forum Winter 2022 - Climate Change and Energy
IA Forum Winter 2022 - Climate Change and Energy

This issue of International Affairs Forum presents interviews, essays, and opinion pieces discussing Climate Change and Energy. 03/15/2022

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The Future of Democracy: In Peril?
The Future of Democracy: In Peril?

In this new issue of International Affairs Forum, experts around the world discuss the future of democracy and challenges it faces. February 2021

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IA Forum - The Post-Pandemic World
IA Forum - The Post-Pandemic World

In the latest issue of International Affairs Forum, experts from around the world examine aspects of a post-Pandemic globe. 07/21/2020

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International Affairs Forum: Disinformation/Misinformation & Education
International Affairs Forum: Disinformation/Misinformation & Education

The Winter 2020 issue of International Affairs Forum presents an array from contributors, including our Student Award Winner, discussing Disinformation/MIsinformation and Education issues.  (0... Read More...

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Special Publication: Food and Water Security
Special Publication: Food and Water Security

Read IA Forum's special publication on Food and Water Security, featuring essays and interviews from global experts. 06/04/2019

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Information on Anti-Corruption Program in Macedonia
Information on Anti-Corruption Program in Macedonia
Information sheet on joint Transparency International and Center for International Relations anti-corruption effort, Transparency Watch. Read More...
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