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Egypt’s Economy Amidst Regional Conflicts
Egypt’s Economy Amidst Regional Conflicts
Egypt, strategically positioned in the heart of the Middle East and North Africa, is grappling with significant economic pressures exacerbated by regional conflicts and geopolitical instability. By Sa... Read More...
Sudan’s Civilians Face Death and Displacement as Solutions Remain Elusive
Sudan’s Civilians Face Death and Displacement as Solutions Remain Elusive
War in Sudan has created a large humanitarian crisis. What can help? By Dr. Gerald Walker. (11/05/2024) Read More...
When is Compliance Complicity?
When is Compliance Complicity?
Author examines the question of when compliance becomes complicity. By Bryan Yuan. (11/01/2024) Read More...
The Biggest Internal Problems of Democracies
The Biggest Internal Problems of Democracies
Weaknesses in democracies open the door to populist movements and misinformation that negatively impact democratic norms and institutions. By Spyros Tsaparas. (10/29/2024) Read More...
Israel’s Three Front Conflicts in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon: The Politics Analyzed
Israel’s Three Front Conflicts in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon: The Politics Analyzed
By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (10/29/2024) Read More...
Sri Lanka’s Geopolitical Positioning Amidst Vulnerabilities
Sri Lanka’s Geopolitical Positioning Amidst Vulnerabilities
The challenges navigating a path forward for Sri Lanka. By Mariam Qureshi. (10/24/2024) Read More...
SCO Summit: Triumphs in Regional Unity and Emerging Challenges U.S. Influence
SCO Summit: Triumphs in Regional Unity and Emerging Challenges U.S. Influence
Author reflects on the recent SCO summit, its outcomes, and potential challenges presented to US dominance in the region. By Noor Zehra. (10/23/2024) Read More...
Stolen Innocence: The Forcible Displacement of Ukrainian Children and the Battle for Their Return
Stolen Innocence: The Forcible Displacement of Ukrainian Children and the Battle for Their Return
Author examines the legal and human rights challenges surrounding the forcible displacement of Ukrainian children. By Molly Armstrong. (10/21/2024) Read More...
Why Are Child Marriage Rates Stagnant in the Caribbean and Latin America?
Why Are Child Marriage Rates Stagnant in the Caribbean and Latin America?
Article delves into the social, cultural, and economic factors that contribute to the stagnant rate of child marriages in the region, exploring country-specific statistics and offering recommendations... Read More...
GDPR as a Global Model for Data Protection
GDPR as a Global Model for Data Protection
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), implemented by the EU, is influencing similar frameworks in Latin America. By Prof. Anis H. Bajrektarevic and Valentina Carvajal Caballero. (10/17/2024) Read More...
War as Genocide in Gaza: Reassessing Application of the Genocide Convention
War as Genocide in Gaza: Reassessing Application of the Genocide Convention
Author examines debate whether Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide. By Elliott Howes. (10/16/2024) Read More...
Biden Administration’s Shortsightedness Endangers Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
Biden Administration’s Shortsightedness Endangers Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
Author argues the Biden administration’s policies in the South Caucasus risk the US losing its partners in the region and damaging its interests. By Rufat Ahmadzada. (10/16/2024) Read More...
Africa at a Crossroads: Will China’s Investment Lead to Economic Development?
Africa at a Crossroads: Will China’s Investment Lead to Economic Development?
As China deepens its ties with Africa, the continent faces a defining moment. By Michael Roach. (10/15/2024) Read More...
Modern Reform with Colonial Hangover: The Proposed Federal Constitutional Court
Modern Reform with Colonial Hangover: The Proposed Federal Constitutional Court
Author explores how the proposed Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) in Pakistan revives colonial legacies while aiming to reform the country’s judicial landscape. By Usman Ahmed. (10/15/2024) Read More...
Venezuela’s Dystopia: Two Months After Maduro’s Stolen Election
Venezuela’s Dystopia: Two Months After Maduro’s Stolen Election
Author calls on Brazil to join Argentina and Uruguay in their opposition to the Maduro regime in Venezuela. By Izabela Patriota. (10/10/2024) Read More...
The Systematic Political Instability and Crisis Situation of Pakistan in early October 2024
The Systematic Political Instability and Crisis Situation of Pakistan in early October 2024
Analysis and timeline surrounding political situation in Pakistan. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. 10/10/2024 Read More...
Why the American Right's Attraction to Viktor Orban Doesn't Make Sense
Why the American Right's Attraction to Viktor Orban Doesn't Make Sense
Author examines facts of the American Right-Orban phenomenon and analyzes the realism of this unusual cult-in-the-making. By Dr. David Phillips. (10/08/2024) Read More...
Spykman Center Seminar Series 2024: United States in Focus
Spykman Center Seminar Series 2024: United States in Focus
The Spykman Center (Sciences Po, La Sorbonne) presents a new seminar series: United States in Focus.  Read More...
Russia Can Lose India, But China Can Lose Russia
Russia Can Lose India, But China Can Lose Russia
Author argues the more Russia leans towards China, the more the risk of ‘losing India’ becomes real. By Prof. Manlio Graziano. (09/23/2024) Read More...
Breaking the Cycle: Exploring Effective Strategies to Combat Mexican Drug Cartels
Breaking the Cycle: Exploring Effective Strategies to Combat Mexican Drug Cartels
Winner of the Yale Foreign Policy Initiative Essay Contest! Author examines consequences of the Mexican Drug Cartels and strategies to combat them. By Divya Beeram. (07/29/2024) Read More...
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...
Formulating a Strategic Plan to Tackle Climate Change: Interview with Sir David King
Formulating a Strategic Plan to Tackle Climate Change: Interview with Sir David King

In this interview from our Winter 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, Sir David King discusses the challenges of cli... Read More...

Brexit and Europe: Interview with Lord David Frost
Brexit and Europe: Interview with Lord David Frost

In this interview from our Winter 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, Lord David Frost discusses Brexit and its impa... Read More...

The EU: Addressing Current Issues and Challenges Ahead
The EU: Addressing Current Issues and Challenges Ahead

In this interview from our Winter 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, Stefan Lehne (Carnegie Europe) discusses issue... Read More...

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...

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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