Nation Branding in a Digitalized World: The Case of Black State
The global video games market is forecast to be a colossal $282 billion industry by 2024 and is expected to grow by 8% annually through 2027.
Economy
UN Passes Safe and Secure AI Resolution
The UN has recently endorsed a resolution promoting safe, secure, and trustworthy AI systems for sustainable development.
Kremlin: China Under Pressure, But Trade Ties With Russia to Continue
Pressure on China poses certain challenges, but it will not be an obstacle to the development of trade and economic…
A New Balance in Central Asia?
Since 2023, China, the EU, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Germany, the US, and the UK have convened key summits and bilateral…
CSIS Report: China’s Food Security Faces Some Challenges
China’s top food security challenges include diminishing arable land, water scarcity, and environmental degradation.
Europe’s World-First AI Rules Set for Final Approval
The AI Act represents a paradigm shift towards a human-centric approach to AI, where humans retain control over the technology.
AI’s Dual Nature: A Potential Force for Progress or Destruction, Experts Say
Experts urge proactive measures to prepare for the transformative impact of AI.
IMF: Red Sea Attacks Disrupt Global Trade
High-frequency transit estimates show a staggering 50% year-on-year decline in Suez Canal trade in the first two months of 2024.
China Sets Ambitious 2024 Growth Target
Chinese Premier Li Qiang unveiled an ambitious economic growth target of around 5% for the year 2024 during the annual…
Sri Lankan Minister Calls for Overhaul of Global Political and Economic Architecture
“It is not fair to have an international architecture designed by the victors of the Second World War”, Tharaka Balasuriya…
US Sanctions Threat Causes Disruption in Turkish-Russian Trade
The recent threat of US secondary sanctions targeting Turkish banks and companies has complicated Turkey-Russia trade relations.
China Offers Security Support to Hungary in Unprecedented Move
China’s move is seen as a diplomatic victory within the European Union, especially given Hungary’s growing affinity with Beijing.
India’s Smartphone Export Aspirations Face Hurdles Amid Tariff Concerns
India’s export rates for smartphones stood at 25% in 2023, a fraction of China’s 63% and Vietnam’s staggering 95%.
How Are the Gulf States Approaching the Yemen Crisis?
Attacks against the Houthis may increase anti-American sentiment among Middle Easterners who oppose foreign intervention.
Russia and China Celebrate Record $227 Billion Trade Volume
The record trade volume underlines the importance of the Russia-China alliance in a world undergoing rapid geopolitical change.
China Retains Position as World’s Top Auto Exporter, Surpassing Japan
China’s continued success in exporting vehicles will shape the future of the automotive industry, with a forecast of 5.4 million…
Europe Caught Between Russian Threat and Dependence on the US
The European Union is struggling with the Russian threat and the energy crisis, and is trying to make Europe independent…
Russia Has Strategic Ties with Saudi Arabia and the UAE
Russia’s relations with Saudi Arabia and the UAE are characterized by pragmatism and strategic interests.
Europe Divided Over US, UK Strikes on Houthis in Yemen
Italy, Spain, and France refrained from participating in the US and British strikes against the Houthi group in Yemen, underscoring…
