Ukraine can still defeat Russia, but it needs the right tools to do it
Dec 26, 2023 23:17 pm UTC| Insights & Views
Ukraines strategic position has declined over the last six months. The summer offensive, which sparked hope among Ukraine and its supporters, failed to deliver significant territorial gains. Furthermore, support for...
Australia has invested heavily in a Pacific peacekeeping hub. So, where are the recruits?
Dec 18, 2023 02:20 am UTC| Insights & Views
Nestled not far from Fijis Nadi airport is the Blackrock Peacekeeping, Humanitarian and Disaster Relief Camp. Before reopening in March 2022, this military complex was renovated and expanded in a A$100 million joint...
5 things to know about US aid to Ukraine
Dec 18, 2023 02:17 am UTC| Politics
From the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, the U.S. government has been a staunch supporter of Ukraines war effort. The Biden administration has repeatedly produced emergency spending packages to...
European Union's Vows to Ukraine Face Scrutiny Amidst Ongoing Tests
Dec 15, 2023 09:42 am UTC| Politics
Amidst the persisting challenges in Ukraine, the European Unions assurances of unwavering support have come under intense scrutiny from global observers. As the situation unfolds, assessing the EUs ability to uphold its...
China-Africa relations in 2023: key moments and events to remember
Dec 13, 2023 08:15 am UTC| Politics
In a year when headlines have been dominated by conflict in Europe and the Middle East, and geo-economic tensions between China and the West, China-Africa relations were, in comparison, a steady and stable norm. Having...
Ukraine war: stakes are high for EU and Ukraine ahead of crucial European summit
Dec 12, 2023 15:59 pm UTC| Insights & Views
When the EUs heads of state and government come together in Brussels for their final European Council meeting of the year on December 14 and 15, their agenda is likely to be dominated by the war in Ukraine. As youd...
With Taiwan's election just a month away, the China threat is emerging as the main talking point
Dec 12, 2023 15:56 pm UTC| Politics
Taiwan is gearing up for important presidential and legislative elections next month. How to manage cross-strait relations with China is not surprisingly emerging as the critical issue of the campaigns. Taiwan first...
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