Opinion – Europe’s Far Right and the Normalisation of Injustice in Palestine
The seemingly contradictory alliance between Israel and far-right parties becomes coherent when considering shared ideological commitments and strategic interests.
Bridging International Relations and Innovation Studies: Lessons from Two Communities
Combining insights from international relations and innovation policy could offer a more holistic approach to increasing geopolitical competition
Why Polarity Misleads: Toward a New Grammar of International Relations
The appeal of polarity lies in its simplicity, but it no longer reflects the architecture of global politics.
The Ghost of Gandhi: A Hauntological Approach to Truth and Non-Violence
The shadow that Gandhi’s memory casts over contemporary conflicts, such as between Israel and Palestine, is a reminder that the fight for a better world is an unfinished, haunting and…
Opinion – The West’s Role in Ukraine’s Lost Future
The war in Ukraine shows that the West has failed to present a decisive, unified, and sustainable strategy to defeat Russia or reshape the international order.
Opinion – When Political Fear Trumps Rights: Same-sex Couples in Hong Kong
Political caution trumps full legal compliance, leaving ordinary residents trapped in a system that prioritizes procedure and appearances over substantive rights.
Opinion — How Europe’s Global Gateway Competes With China’s BRI
Europe’s answer to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Gateway, will never match Beijing’s firepower – and it does not need to.
Opinion – The Power and Peril of the Youth Bulge: Nepal’s Gen Z Protests
Nepal’s Gen Z revolution may have played out in days, but its lessons—and its aftershocks—will be felt across continents and generations.
The Hydraulic Hegemon: India’s Weaponization of Transboundary Rivers
Allegations of India manipulating water flows, whether through deliberate releases or other means, breach the obligation not to cause significant harm.
Opinion – Xi’s Balancing Act and the West’s India Problem
Strategic patience, coupled with cultural outreach and steady cooperation, will ensure that when India decides where its future lies, the West remains its most natural partner.