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Navigating Alliances: Armenia’s Strategic Cards in Western Engagement

IntroductionIn a significant upheaval of regional dynamics, Azerbaijan's successful offensive on September 20, 2023, targeting the de-facto Republic of Artsakh and culminating in the re-annexation of Nagorno-Karabakh under Azerbaijani authority, inflicted a profound shock on Armenia's geopolitical landscape. The exodus of approximately 100,000 ethnic Armenians fleeing towards Armenia underscored...

Can China Forge a Neo-Gramscian Counter-Hegemony?

Introduction In the contemporary global power structure, China's role has surged in significance, driven by its economic ascendancy with a GDP exceeding $14.7 trillion (IMF, 2023), which is dynamically reconfiguring global economies and geopolitics. The evolving interplay between the U.S. and China, a complex tapestry of interdependence, rivalry, and...

What has NATO Gained from the Accession of Sweden and Finland?

IntroductionIn response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, both Finland and Sweden submitted their applications to join NATO on May 18, 2022, supported by significant societal debates and strong parliamentary majorities. Subsequently, at the Madrid Summit on June 29, 2022, NATO Heads of State and Government extended invitations to both...

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The U.S. Immigration Crackdown and Its Implications for Latin America

Donald Trump's return to the White House and the start of the America First agenda have triggered profound uncertainty around the globe. This is...

Highlights of 2024 in Latin America: In Search of Lasting Security

Organized crime and state violence against civilians belong to everyday reality in many states of the continent. Violent threats coexist with many other challenges,...

Highlights of 2024 in Latin America: Under the Shadow of Polarization

Latin America experienced a tumultuous 2024, marked by political transitions and dramatic changes amid ongoing challenges. The region witnessed a series of key elections,...

The Rise and Fall of Venezuela: Time for Hope?

Venezuela's story is among the most tragic and paradoxical in modern history. Once a uniquely prosperous South American democracy, it is now one of...