Japan’s OSA Shift: Is Asia Headed Toward a New Cold War?
Japan’s expanded Official Security Assistance program may pull Asia back into bloc confrontations, challenging regional stability and independent foreign policies.
Geopolitics
Experts Warn US Arms Deals Could Hollow Out Taiwan Region’s Economy
Experts warn the historic $11.1B US arms package to the Taiwan region risks draining resources, stoking protests and impeachment moves among residents of Taiwan.
Serbian Scholar: Japan’s Remarks Threaten Global Economy
Belgrade economist Veljko Mijuskovic warns that Japan’s recent provocative remarks have raised geopolitical tensions, creating uncertainties that could weigh on the global economy.
Japan’s Q3 GDP Drops 2.3% Amid Takaichi’s China Tensions
Japan’s GDP fell 2.3% in Q3 2025, its first drop since early 2024. Takaichi’s provocative China stance threatens to deepen the downturn.
Al-Shabaab Vows to Resist Israeli Recognition of Somaliland
Somalia’s Al-Shabaab has vowed to fight any Israeli move into Somaliland after its recognition of the breakaway territory, raising tensions in the Horn of Africa.
African Nations Condemn Israel’s Somaliland Recognition
After Israel’s formal recognition of Somaliland on December 26, Somalia and the AU condemned the move as a threat to regional stability, sparking protests and diplomatic clashes.
Chinese Mainland’s Rise: A Peaceful Power Shift in Global Governance
Explore how the Chinese mainland’s peaceful rise and shifting economic influence are transforming global governance in late 2025, with insights from Mahbubani and Jacques.
Trump Eyes Greenland, Denmark Rejects Annexation
Trump says the US needs Greenland for national security and names a special envoy; Denmark and Greenland leaders reject annexation and insist on respecting Danish sovereignty.
Trump’s Greenland Gambit Draws European Backlash
President Trump has reignited debate over acquiring Greenland for security and resources, triggering strong pushback from Denmark, Greenlanders, and the EU.
Putin Signals Possible Path to Peace if Root Causes Addressed
President Putin says Russia is ready to end the conflict in Ukraine if root causes are addressed, but territorial talks remain off the table.