Summary: This study explores the complex geopolitical landscape by examining various aspects of conflicts and alliances on the international stage. It initially addresses Ethiopia’s strategic agreement with the breakaway Somaliland region, focusing on the potential disruption this could cause in…
The Balkans region has recently witnessed numerous shifts in geopolitical power and political influence after the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as various international and regional powers, such as China and Turkey, vie to assert their influence in the region. Since the Balkans…
In the coming years, the battery sector is expected to become central to global competition over value chains. This sector has long been a focus of significant government investments by major powers, particularly China. Although Europe has lagged behind in…
Although discussions about the global fragmentation of the internet began nearly two decades ago, they have gained momentum in recent years, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war. The term “internet fragmentation” refers to the disintegration of the…
Hydrogen has become a promising option for nations competing to transition towards green energy sources. It offers opportunities to integrate sectors that are difficult to decarbonize, such as heavy industries, aviation, and maritime trade. This global trend has recently gained…
The term “major power” in the international relations dictionary usually refers to the United States and Russia (formerly the Soviet Union). However, with the beginning of the 21st century, China has started to challenge Russia for the second place in…
I. Introduction The partnership agreement between Algeria and the European Union (EU) represents a fundamental pillar of the relationship between these two geopolitical entities. Signed in 2002 and implemented in 2005, this agreement falls within the broader framework of the…
China’s ascent as a major maritime power not only reflects previous historical achievements but also suggests a prospective disturbance in the present marine power order. Like past events like the British Empire’s overwhelming control over the Indian Ocean and the…
In July 2022, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signed a memorandum of understanding with Azerbaijan to double the country’s natural gas exports to the European Union by 2027. Currently, several technical and political dilemmas are emerging that may…
Certaines analyses soutiennent que l’objectif de la mondialisation était de rapprocher le monde, en engageant à la fois les économies développées et les économies en développement dans un réseau de liens économiques et financiers bénéfiques pour les deux parties. Depuis…
Some writings argue that the goal of globalization was to bring the world closer together, engaging both developed and developing economies in a network of economic and financial ties beneficial to both parties. Since around the mid-1980s, trade and financial…
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) stands at a critical juncture, facing significant internal and external challenges as it aims to achieve its strategic objectives. Founded in 2001, the SCO is a political, economic, and security alliance that includes China, India,…
