Product Types: Commentary

Commentary

Turkey and China Seek Rapprochement, Though It Will Be Limited in Scope

Ankara and Beijing have managed to move beyond the Uyghur issue and focus on bilateral issues including energy, trade and even military
July 12, 2024
Commentary

Early Signals After Iran’s Election Suggest More Continuity Than Change

The challenges for Pezeshkian will be navigating Khamenei's influence in addressing the nuclear issue, the regional landscape after the Gaza war, and
July 10, 2024
Commentary

Don’t Let Their Futures Wash Away

Hurricane Beryl devastated several Caribbean countries, highlighting the urgent need for integrated adaptation planning and international support to build coastal climate resilience.
July 9, 2024
Commentary

The US Should Be Taking the Lead on Global Infrastructure Development

US-led global infrastructure development can help repair the country's damaged reputation.
July 9, 2024
Commentary

Diminishing Transparency in the US Arms Trade

The declining quality and quantity of public reporting on U.S. arms transfers undermines transparency, oversight, and accountability.
July 9, 2024
Commentary

Despite a Recent India-Iran Agreement, Challenges Loom for Chabahar Port

For India, Chabahar could provide a hedge against U.S. economic pressure while for Iran, any foreign investment is welcome to combat sanctions
July 9, 2024
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Modi 3.0: Six Defense Sector Reforms Key to National Security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will have to address outstanding issues in his third term to tackle India’s national security threats
July 8, 2024
Commentary

INTERVIEW | Why I am Optimistic About SOTF Process Leading to Reform of Multilateral System

Nudhara Yusuf, speaks about the viability of current multistakeholder efforts for the reform of the multilateral system.
July 3, 2024
Commentary

Iran’s Economy Keeps Declining Amid Political Uncertainty and Popular Discontent

Remembering their bitter experiences, Iranians are preparing for increased volatility and returning to assets they have used for the past 45 years
July 3, 2024
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Women’s Participation in UN Deliberations is Crucial to a Sustainable Peace in Afghanistan

Advocates for Afghan women urge the strategic importance of women’s involvement in creating a sustainable peace for Afghanistan.
July 2, 2024
Commentary

The Promises and Challenges of a New U.S. Congressional Burma Caucus

What does the recent launch of the U.S. House of Representatives Congressional Burma Caucus mean for the future of U.S. policy on
July 1, 2024
Commentary

Iran Elections: Record-Low Turnout Shows Even Regime Loyalists Are Unhappy

Whether it be overhauling the economy, boosting social justice, equal rights for women or reducing Iran’s international isolation, Iranians are more united
July 1, 2024