Geoeconomics
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The Inevitable Geoeconomics Between The Allies
Abstract: As it directly addresses the global challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the clean energy industry has gained significant attention from governments and businesses worldwide. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of the United States, which is partially intended to promote the local clean energy industry, caused significant confusion within the EU due to… Read More
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Looking Back At 75 Years Of The Marshall Plan
Abstract: Seventy-five years ago, former U.S. General and Secretary of State George C. Marshall initiated a diplomatic programme led by himself and George F. Kenan to economically revitalise Germany and Europe. The plan was not only to entice Europeans to cooperate more closely but also to revitalise transatlantic relations, which had lapsed with the end… Read More
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Chinese Mediation In The Middle East: Seeds For A New Global Governance Architecture?
Abstract: China’s apparent motivations for mediating peace in the Middle East span economic interests, citizen security, and national security. At the same time, there exists a less intuitive driver that extends beyond the material domain and into the normative realm: mediation is a tool to reshape global governance and advance a more multipolar world order.… Read More
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Is China Getting Caught In A Self-Imposed Debt Spiral?
Abstract: China’s debt crisis has been a growing concern, as the country’s debt levels have risen dramatically over the past decade. A major debt crisis in China could lead to a significant downturn in global economic growth, posing wide-ranging implications for international trade and investment. What actions should the Chinese government take to address the… Read More
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India-Qatar: Celebrating 50 Years Of Diplomatic Relations
Abstract: India and Qatar are natural partners with ties going back to 1973. Apart from India’s dependence on the Gulf country for energy needs, Qatar also hosts 0.74 million Indian expatriates. As the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations, it becomes relevant to consider potential areas in trade and investment. Defense, terrorism and… Read More
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Using Geoeconomics To Contain China
Abstract: Geoeconomics is at the heart of containment strategy as China mounted its belligerence and violated the global rule-based order. This led to an emerging consensus at the global level powered by the US to tackle the imminent threats posed by China within the established framework of international order. The US’s underlying intent is to… Read More
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The Battle For Global Chip Dominance: The US “CHIPS And Science Act”
Abstract: With the current shortage of semiconductors worldwide and China being the largest exporter of rare earth, the US recently passed its CHIPS and Science Act. The agreement seeks to ensure that the US regains dominance and self-reliance in the semiconductor industry while addressing its current economic and national security concerns. Granted that semiconductors are… Read More
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Blood Stains On Iron Brothers
Abstract: April 26, 2022, marks the first female suicide attack in Pakistan. Four people died, including three Chinese teachers and their Pakistani driver. A terrorist group in Pakistan, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), took responsibility for the attack. The state narrative on this attack was it was on the Pakistan-China cooperation. However, there is more… Read More
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Ambitions Behind The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
Abstract: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has added an economic layer to the already diplomatically and politically strong ‘friendship’ between China and Pakistan. Owing to security concerns from India over territorial disputes, the larger threat of terrorism, Pakistan’s weakening economy and ties with Washington, CPEC, while not economically as viable, does extend greater political benefits… Read More
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The Economic Fallout Of The Ukraine War In The Middle East
Abstract: The Middle East and its close regional connecting states, such as Iran, are beginning to experience the first impacts of the Ukraine War and its accompanying economic fallout. The effects are being experienced in different ways according to the distinct trade and economic arrangements that countries have made that link them with the conflict’s… Read More
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