Global Politics
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Politics of neutrality: Why countries have refused to take a stand against Russia
Non-alignment allows countries to avoid becoming entangled in the rising geopolitical tensions between the west and Russia.
Jose Caballero, The Conversation
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What are the differences between a populist leader and a dictator? Ancient Greeks have the answer
History lessons help us understand contemporary geopolitics better.
Edmund Stewart, The Conversation
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After Sri Lanka, will Nepal be stuck in a debt trap with China over One Belt One Road projects?
Political watchers have raised fears that China’s Belt and Road Initiative could be a Trojan horse for global domination through debt traps.
Jagannath Adhikari, The Conversation
Trending
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Carnatic music: Violinist L Subramaniam’s new book looks at the 18th-century masters
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View from the Margins: A Dalit Christian explains why he will be voting for change
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Husna Bai: The tawaif who made Hindustani music a respectable profession for women artists
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EC rejects claims that EVMs gave extra votes to BJP in Kerala mock polls, SC reserves verdict
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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Fasten your seat belts and prepare for a wild ride with Trump – and a divided US Congress
Democratic control of the Congress is likely to have significant impact on Trump’s foreign and defence policies.
Robert A. Manning
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Donald Trump’s move to exit nuclear treaty with Russia could push the world towards catastrophe
The US president should realise world politics is not commercial real estate and national security can’t be enhanced or rendered lawful by artful deal making.
Louis René Beres
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Smarting from China’s crackdown on dissidence, Hong Kong could get caught in trade war with US too
These tensions could undermine Hong Kong’s international status, driving foreign companies and finance houses elsewhere.
Philip Bowring
Video
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Watch: Unbelievable scenes of flooding in Dubai airport, streets, and malls after heavy rain in UAE
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Indian elections: How secure is the EVM-VVPAT process?
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Watch: Footballers of Indian clubs walk out on the pitch with dogs to get them adopted
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Watch: Dogs wag their tails to ‘conduct’ classical music orchestra
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Watch: Glimpses of Indian singer Sid Sriram’s debut performance at Coachella 2024
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Lira crisis: With $15 billion aid to Turkey, Qatar has snubbed long-time ally US once again
The move suggests that Qatar is willing to risk its close relationship with the US.
Nader Habibi, The Conversation
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Three questions Africa should ask to assess the success of the upcoming BRICS summit
The 10th BRICS Summit on July 25-27 will be judged by how it tackles the prevailing global political and structural challenges.
Danny Bradlow, The Conversation
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In Vietnam, Trump effectively passed the baton of global leadership to China’s Xi
Xi presents himself as a capable world leader who masters the world’s complex challenges that fail to interest Trump.
Nayan Chanda
The Reel
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Watch: ‘The Broken News’ returns for a second season
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ trailer: A teenager bonds with her grandparents during a summer vacation
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‘Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout’ review: A bland cop meets a dull case
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‘Juna Furniture’ trailer: Mahesh Manjrekar directs and stars in film about ageing
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Start the week with a film: In ‘Tokyo Sonata’, the unequal music of an emotionally distant family