The Economic War on Iran Is—and Isn’t—Working
Devastating costs have been imposed on the Iranian economy—to unclear strategic ends. Read More Here
China’s Next Play for the South China Sea
How Beijing Is normalising its control. Read More Here
How China Is Winning Friends and Influencing People
Private companies are making Beijing look good in the developing world. Read More Here
Trade Cooperation in an Age of Geopolitics
Geopolitical rivalry does not end the need for trade cooperation, but the multilateral system must adapt. Read More Here
The Middle Power Moment
India and other midsize powers can shape the global order through plurilateral coalitions. Read More Here
India’s Neighbourhood Policy Needs a Strategic Upgrade—Now
As China deepens its regional footprint and political transitions reshape South Asia, what would a genuinely transformative Neighbourhood First Policy for India look like? Read More Here
Modi Seeks to Project Influence on Asia-Pacific Trip
The Indian prime minister visits Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand this week. Read More Here
Global investment rises 6% to $1.6 trillion, but development gains remain uneven
Global foreign direct investment rose 6% to $1.6 trillion in 2025, ending two years of decline. The recovery remains fragile and uneven: inflows to developed economies rose 11%, while developing economies recorded only 2% growth, reaching $901 billion. Much of the increase reflected a small number of megaprojects, especially in AI-related digital infrastructure. The world’s […]
NATO Goes Shopping
Alliance members tout defense investments to try to head off Trump’s complaints. Read More Here
