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Economy · Global Economy

Hormuz Corridor Offers a Diplomatic Opening

The proposed corridor would be jointly managed by Iran and Oman, with technical talks to follow on traffic management and mine clearance.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Politics · International Relations

CIA Chief’s Moscow Visit Signals a New Channel

The visit marks the first public confirmation of direct US-Russia intelligence contacts since the start of the Ukraine war, offering a potential backchannel for de-escalation.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Economy · Global Economy

Global Companies Are Shaping Economic Policy

A record 229 investment-policy measures were adopted by governments in 2025, with incentives increasingly focused on strategic sectors like semiconductors and AI.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Technology · Digitalization

Small EU States Turn Brussels Funding Into Tech Power

Latvia's EU-backed investments are shifting from basic digital services to deep tech, including a federal cloud and advanced digital skills, as part of its recovery plan.

Alvara MerrickAugust 27, 2026

Technology · Digitalization

Japan’s Tech Comeback Goes Global

Tokyo's strategy includes a goal of deploying 10 million AI-equipped robots, linking AI development with its robotics industry.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Russia’s Ground War Is Changing

Moscow has created at least 10 new divisions since December 2022, but many are understrength, highlighting the strain on personnel and equipment.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Politics · International Relations

France Rewrites Its Post-Colonial Strategy

France is pivoting from its former Francophone colonies to new partners like Kenya, seeking to shed colonial baggage and compete with China and Türkiye.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Technology · Digitalization

Europe Bets Big on Tech

The EU's new AI Gigafactories initiative will channel up to €10 billion in public funds, aiming to mobilize an additional €20 billion from private investors.

Alvara MerrickAugust 27, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Taliban Rule Tests International Law

Russia is the only state to formally recognize the Taliban, while others engage without full legal recognition, creating a unique legal limbo.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Economy · Global Economy

North America’s Trade War Deepens

The collapse of negotiations came after Washington introduced new conditions that Ottawa deemed unacceptable, suspending talks indefinitely.

Alvara MerrickAugust 27, 2026

Economy · Global Economy

Washington Targets Iran's Economic Lifelines

The first wave targets nearly 60 individuals, companies, and vessels linked to oil revenues, military procurement, and sanctions evasion.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Germany Rethinks Its Syria Policy

In the first half of 2026, Germany revoked protection status for 23.2% of reviewed Syrian cases, up from 3.7% in 2025.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 27, 2026

Economy · Finance Banking

America’s Debt Reckoning

With debt near $40 trillion, Washington's latest move to support bond liquidity does nothing to address the structural imbalance driving record deficits.

Muhammad Asif NoorAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

A Stable Syria, a Stronger Türkiye, a Safer Europe

The SDF's dissolution on August 25 marks a pivotal step toward centralizing state authority, potentially reshaping security dynamics along Türkiye's 900-kilometre border.

Alvara MerrickAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

The Next Global Powers

India's 6.4% growth forecast and strategic autonomy position it as the top candidate to join the US and China at the highest level of global power.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Air Defense Becomes the New Strategic Race

The U.S. is spending over $3 billion to triple Patriot and quadruple THAAD production after Middle East operations depleted stocks.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Global Counter-Terrorism Enters a New Phase

NATO's counter-terrorism strategy now prioritizes counter-drone defense, with recent tests in Latvia focusing on interoperable systems.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Iran Rewrites Its Foreign Policy

The 2026 war with the U.S. and Israel has forced Tehran to shift from proxy-based deterrence to direct threats against regional U.S. assets, according to Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Economy · Global Economy

The Sea Behind China’s Economy

New CSIS data shows $6.4 trillion in trade moved through the South China Sea's eight key chokepoints in 2024, with over $2.4 trillion passing through the Malacca and Taiwan straits alone.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Washington Reshapes Its Middle East Strategy

The shift follows months of direct confrontation with Iran, with economic sanctions now taking priority over military strikes.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Nuclear Arms Race Raises Global Risks

With New START expired, no limits bind US and Russian strategic arsenals for the first time in 50 years, while China's stockpile grows to 620.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026

Economy · Global Economy

Ports Become Strategic Trade Hubs

More than 80% of world merchandise trade by volume moves by sea, and UNCTAD data show Shanghai, Ningbo-Zhoushan, and Singapore as the best-connected ports in Q2 2026.

Ahmet BalakanAugust 26, 2026