that the U.S. and China may have already engaged in bilateral economic and trade discussions at multilateral diplomatic forums. However, the broad and deep differences between the two countries indicate that this process is likely to be prolonged, and the subsequent developments will be very complex. As a result, the shadow of U.S. tariffs is likel

in an effort to narrow their trade surpluses with the U.S., are likely to increase their imports of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG). This could negatively impact the Gulf countries’ long-term LNG agreements with these nations, potentially complicating their future LNG exports. Second, the financial stability and strength of the Gulf countries co

Several factors contribute to this decline. The Volga River, which provides 80 percent of the Caspian’s inflow, has been extensively dammed and diverted inside Russia for reservoir creation, significantly reducing its contribution. Rising global temperatures have accelerated evaporation and a drier regional climate means precipitation no longer r

Russia’s decision to remove ban on direct flights (imposed in the aftermath of a wave of anti-Russia protests in 2019) and removal of the visa restrictions (imposed as a security measure in 2000) on Georgia in May 2023 after Tbilisi decided to withdraw direct support for Ukraine[10] is reflective of a growing relationship. The Georgian Dream gove

The most direct counter to China’s expanding LEO satellite internet ambitions is to invest heavily in Western alternatives that provide secure, reliable, and open-access satellite internet. By supporting initiatives like Starlink, Viasat, and Project Kuiper, the United States and its allies can prevent China’s network from becoming the default