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De-Dollarisation: The Future of World Currency

De-dollarisation, China's rise, and digital currency like the yuan and dirham are reshaping the future of global finance and trade.

UK Policy In Review: China’s BYD Overtakes Tesla

BYD overtakes Tesla in global EV sales, reshaping UK policy amid US tariffs and sparking a shift in electric vehicle strategy.

Yonaguni: A New Frontier for China-Taiwan

The militarisation of Yonaguni island amid China-Taiwan tensions sparks debate—security stronghold or geopolitical risk for island residents?

Recognition: A Similar Fight for Survival

Taiwan and Somaliland face diplomatic isolation but thrive as strategic trade hubs. Explore their fight for recognition and global impact as Trump weighs up U.S. policy in the region.

AfPak: Border Disputes, Security Challenges, and the Path to Stability

AfPak tensions persist due to border disputes, security challenges, and ethnic divisions, impacting regional stability and trade.

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Super Intelligence: The Datacentre Is the New Science Lab

As Europe funds brilliant laboratories, are datacentre owners harvesting the discoveries?

Strasbourg Naked Golden Trump Trolls the Monument Tradition

A naked golden Trump in Strasbourg shows how statues, once made to flatter rulers, now serve to roast them.

Hanning Affair Hurts German Intel Cred

Germany's ex-spymaster undermined allied confidence and gave Moscow-friendly politicians a talking point.

Rubio Cherry-Picks Ancient Greece to Sell Modern Nationalism

Rubio urged the West to copy ancient Greek loyalty, yet ancient Athens thrived on argument, dissent and noisy assemblies.

Young Voters Could Decide France’s Next President

Hate-speech allegations bruise Bardella and energise Mélenchon, but household finances and young-voter turnout will determine who wins France's presidency.