Under Narendra Modi’s leadership, tensions between Hindu and Muslim Indians have swelled. Outside, however, India’s relations with Middle Eastern states have long been on the upswing, with the Gulf included in India’s Indo-Pacific strategy.

There are maybe three million ethnic Chinese in Indonesia.  Although that’s a minuscule 1.2 percent of the population it’s often claimed they control around 70 percent of the economy.

The Taliban have taken over Kabul, and Afghanistan generally. This is first and foremost due to the political failure of Afghan governments at all levels over the past 20 years.

The always fragile hope for peace that many Afghans have had, has been dealt a significant blow. What this looks like for young peacebuilders’ work going forward is uncertain.

August 19 is World Humanitarian Day. This is an occasion to honour humanitarian action, celebrate the strength of communities, acknowledge aid workers, and pay tribute to those who have lost their lives or been injured in the course of their work.

The recent move towards women’s incorporation into the US military draft has been hailed as promoting greater gender equality. But does this represent a true win for women?

The Olympic Games provide a platform to celebrate athletic achievement. They can also be a platform to showcase inclusion and create broader social impact.

American and allied leaders will have to account for this sham withdrawal morally. If the pullout gets dragged out as it seems it will, there may be a political price to pay as well.

Border carbon adjustments can be controversial and may include components of hidden trade protectionism. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism proposed by the European Union has been designed to be compliant with World Trade Organization rules.

There is ample evidence global leaders at every level have failed to improve living conditions or to protect the planet. Few politicians care to face up to reality until it stares them in the face.