Observer Research Foundation in partnership with Hungarian Institute of International Affairs, Budapest is delighted to announce the inaugural edition of the 'Budapest Global Dialogue'!
🗓13 December | 📍Budapest
Know more: or-f.org/32029
🗓13 December | 📍Budapest
Know more: or-f.org/32029
Trump’s transactional pragmatism may auger well for Africa
As Trump prepares for a second term, speculation grows around his ‘Africa policy,’ with a focus on pragmatic, investment-driven strategies that prioritise American interests & counter China’s influence on the continent.
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https://or-f.org/31882
As Trump prepares for a second term, speculation grows around his ‘Africa policy,’ with a focus on pragmatic, investment-driven strategies that prioritise American interests & counter China’s influence on the continent.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/31882
orfonline.org
Trump’s transactional pragmatism may auger well for Africa
Trump’s second term promises a shift in US-Africa relations, potentially boosting trade and investment but raising concerns over aid cuts and regional stability.
China holding its breath as Trump returns
As Donald Trump has returned to power, a sense of crisis seems to have gripped China’s strategic circles. However, the overwhelming public sentiment in China about Trump 2.0 is still, "storm is coming…brace up for impact.”
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31867
As Donald Trump has returned to power, a sense of crisis seems to have gripped China’s strategic circles. However, the overwhelming public sentiment in China about Trump 2.0 is still, "storm is coming…brace up for impact.”
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31867
orfonline.org
China holding its breath as Trump returns
As Trump 2.0 reshapes geopolitics, China readies reforms and strategic moves, balancing courtesy with countermeasures to navigate challenges.
India-Seychelles Cooperation: Harnessing innovation for a sustainable blue economy
Seychelles and India harness innovation for sustainable growth through the Blue Economy, showcasing robust climate initiatives and ocean governance leadership.
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31831
Seychelles and India harness innovation for sustainable growth through the Blue Economy, showcasing robust climate initiatives and ocean governance leadership.
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31831
orfonline.org
India-Seychelles Cooperation: Harnessing innovation for a sustainable blue economy
India and Seychelles leverage their unique strengths to advance the Blue Economy, focusing on sustainability, technology, and collaborative efforts for ocean protection.
Regenerative blue economy: A strategic framework for global ocean governance
Regenerative blue economy initiatives aim to transform ocean governance by fostering inclusive and sustainable growth, ensuring the health of our oceans for future generations.
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31827
Regenerative blue economy initiatives aim to transform ocean governance by fostering inclusive and sustainable growth, ensuring the health of our oceans for future generations.
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31827
orfonline.org
Regenerative blue economy: A strategic framework for global ocean governance
Explore the regenerative blue economy: sustainable ocean resource use, ecosystem restoration, biodiversity protection, and inclusive governance driving coastal community resilience and carbon sequestration.
Observer Research Foundation in partnership with Hungarian Institute of International Affairs, Budapest is delighted to announce the inaugural edition of the 'Budapest Global Dialogue'!
🗓13 December | 📍Budapest
Know more: or-f.org/32029
🗓13 December | 📍Budapest
Know more: or-f.org/32029
BRICS Reloaded: Economics, Oil, and Geopolitics at Kazan 2024
The focus for 2024 BRICS summit was modernising security & economic cooperation, with key discussions on counterterrorism to carbon-unit trading, while also addressing critical security challenges like cybersecurity & regional stability
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31746
The focus for 2024 BRICS summit was modernising security & economic cooperation, with key discussions on counterterrorism to carbon-unit trading, while also addressing critical security challenges like cybersecurity & regional stability
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31746
orfonline.org
BRICS Reloaded: Economics, Oil, and Geopolitics at Kazan 2024
The 2024 BRICS summit in Kazan focused on new members, enhanced energy trade, and strengthening security and economic ties, with India driving a vision for a multipolar world.
India charts its IMEC path to global trade influence
The India–Middle East Economic Corridor signed during 2023 G20 summit is a strategic response to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and aims to position India as a pivotal player in global trade.
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31747
The India–Middle East Economic Corridor signed during 2023 G20 summit is a strategic response to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and aims to position India as a pivotal player in global trade.
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31747
orfonline.org
India charts its IMEC path to global trade influence
The India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC) aims to enhance global trade, counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative, and improve infrastructure, renewable energy, and logistics.
Navigating the Shift: Is China Losing Its Grip on Africa?
Despite #China pledging $51 billion to #Africa, only $10 billion represents new investment, with the majority coming from the private sector. This shift highlights #Africa’s increasing disillusionment with #China’s approach to the continent.
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https://or-f.org/32053
Despite #China pledging $51 billion to #Africa, only $10 billion represents new investment, with the majority coming from the private sector. This shift highlights #Africa’s increasing disillusionment with #China’s approach to the continent.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32053
orfonline.org
Navigating the Shift: Is China Losing Its Grip on Africa?
FOCAC 2024 reveals growing disillusionment in China-Africa relations, with shifts in investment, financial sustainability, and political cooperation.
South Korea’s tribulation amid regional flux
Amid growing tensions & corruption allegations against the First Lady, President Yoon's declaration of martial law backfired, deepening divisions among the ruling party, threatening the stability of his presidency.
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https://or-f.org/32041
Amid growing tensions & corruption allegations against the First Lady, President Yoon's declaration of martial law backfired, deepening divisions among the ruling party, threatening the stability of his presidency.
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https://or-f.org/32041
orfonline.org
South Korea’s tribulation amid regional flux
South Korea's political turmoil intensifies as President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration sparks global concern, impacting domestic stability, regional security, and strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific.
A Reminder from the Baltic on securing undersea cables
Recent submarine cable cuts in the Baltic Sea highlight the vulnerabilities of global communications. With over 99% of international data traffic depending on these cables, their security is critical in an era of geopolitical tensions.
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https://or-f.org/32030
Recent submarine cable cuts in the Baltic Sea highlight the vulnerabilities of global communications. With over 99% of international data traffic depending on these cables, their security is critical in an era of geopolitical tensions.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32030
orfonline.org
A Reminder from the Baltic on securing undersea cables
Rising threats to submarine cables highlight vulnerabilities in global communication and critical infrastructure amid geopolitical tensions.
The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
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https://or-f.org/32060
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32060
orfonline.org
The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
The G20 summit underscores India's strengthened ties with Latin America, focusing on trade, energy, and oil partnerships with Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Guyana.
Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
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https://or-f.org/32059
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
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https://or-f.org/32059
orfonline.org
Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal, a $1.7 billion Belt and Road Initiative project in Cambodia, connects Phnom Penh to Kep, driving economic growth, agriculture modernization, and strategic autonomy while raising environmental and diplomatic concerns involving Vietnam…
Pakistan's proxy war intensifies in Kashmir
Terrorism is resurging in Kashmir as Pakistan uses sleeper cells to disrupt peace and sabotage elections. However, dismantling efforts of terror networks continues by security forces.
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https://or-f.org/32033
Terrorism is resurging in Kashmir as Pakistan uses sleeper cells to disrupt peace and sabotage elections. However, dismantling efforts of terror networks continues by security forces.
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https://or-f.org/32033
orfonline.org
Pakistan's proxy war intensifies in Kashmir
Pakistan escalates its proxy war in Kashmir, fueling terrorism despite countermeasures and peaceful J&K elections.
The fall of Assad and the battle for Syria’s future: Regional and global ramifications
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government has reignited the Syrian civil war, now led by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). With military forces disbanding and alliances shifting, the country faces a new era of instability.
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https://or-f.org/32044
The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government has reignited the Syrian civil war, now led by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). With military forces disbanding and alliances shifting, the country faces a new era of instability.
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https://or-f.org/32044
orfonline.org
The fall of Assad and the battle for Syria’s future: Regional and global ramifications
Water, sanitation, and health: The overlooked impact of floods on women in India
Floods exacerbate gender disparities in WASH access. Women face challenges like lack of sanitation facilities, exposure to violence, & limited water during emergencies. We need gender-sensitive policies for better disaster management.
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https://or-f.org/32025
Floods exacerbate gender disparities in WASH access. Women face challenges like lack of sanitation facilities, exposure to violence, & limited water during emergencies. We need gender-sensitive policies for better disaster management.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32025
orfonline.org
Water, sanitation, and health: The overlooked impact of floods on women in India
Explore the impact of floods in India on women’s health and safety, focusing on WASH challenges, gender disparities, and the need for resilient, gender-sensitive solutions for sanitation, clean water, and disaster management.
The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) created mBridge, a cross-border, decentralised CBDC platform, to tackle high costs, delays, & opacity in international payments. It is backed by central banks of #China, #UAE, #HongKong, #Thailand, & more.
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https://or-f.org/32024
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) created mBridge, a cross-border, decentralised CBDC platform, to tackle high costs, delays, & opacity in international payments. It is backed by central banks of #China, #UAE, #HongKong, #Thailand, & more.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32024
orfonline.org
The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?
Explore how mBridge, the BIS-led cross-border payment platform, could challenge traditional finance models, amplify yuan-based trade, and reduce reliance on Western systems like SWIFT.