Global Bond Markets Put Governments on Notice Over Fiscal and Inflation Risks
Higher Japanese bond yields could also affect U.S. markets because Japanese investors have traditionally been major buyers of U.S. government debt.
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China’s Energy and Investment Scales and the Iran-Israel War
Although Iran weighs heavily on the energy and investment scales, Israel is also an actor that cannot be completely ignored…
China Proposes Global AI Governance Framework
As of April 2025, China had more than 5,000 AI companies and a core industry valued at 600 billion yuan…
UK-Turkey Free Trade Update Aims to Set ‘Global Example,’ Says Envoy
A planned update to the free trade agreement between the United Kingdom and Turkey is set to serve as a…
Trump Reimposes Sweeping Tariffs, Reshaping U.S. Trade Policy
Trump increased Canadian tariffs from 25 percent to 35 percent, accusing Ottawa of failing to stem the flow of fentanyl…
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…
Flash Floods and Landslides in West Sumatra: Environmental Degradation Intensifies Disasters
Indonesia’s status as one of the largest global emitters of greenhouse gases underscores the environmental toll of its activities.
Experts Warn of Neomedieval Shift in Global Dynamics Amid US-China Rivalry
As the US-China rivalry continues, experts warn against relying on outdated analytical frameworks to understand current developments.
Japan Approves Plan to Export Fighter Jets, Breaking from Pacifist Tradition
Japan aims to support its defence industry and enhance its military capabilities by expanding into international markets.
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.
