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ORF Middle East is hosting a webinar on Syria and the Path Post Assad
As the military dynamics leading up to Assad’s fall evolved rapidly, the political landscape is continuously evolving. Notwithstanding the jubilation of the demise of the Assad regime, the question of what happens next is inescapable. What next for the Syrian agency, and the various political, social and diplomatic processes that are required for Syria’s path forward?
🗓️ 19 Dec 2024 | 3 pm Gmt
Register to attend: https://orfme.org/event/syria-and-the-path-post-assad/
As the military dynamics leading up to Assad’s fall evolved rapidly, the political landscape is continuously evolving. Notwithstanding the jubilation of the demise of the Assad regime, the question of what happens next is inescapable. What next for the Syrian agency, and the various political, social and diplomatic processes that are required for Syria’s path forward?
🗓️ 19 Dec 2024 | 3 pm Gmt
Register to attend: https://orfme.org/event/syria-and-the-path-post-assad/
China holding its breath as Trump returns
As Donald Trump has returned to power, a sense of crisis seems to have gripped China’s strategic circles. However, the overwhelming public sentiment in China about Trump 2.0 is still, "storm is coming…brace up for impact.”
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31867
As Donald Trump has returned to power, a sense of crisis seems to have gripped China’s strategic circles. However, the overwhelming public sentiment in China about Trump 2.0 is still, "storm is coming…brace up for impact.”
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31867
BRICS Reloaded: Economics, Oil, and Geopolitics at Kazan 2024
The focus for 2024 BRICS summit was modernising security & economic cooperation, with key discussions on counterterrorism to carbon-unit trading, while also addressing critical security challenges like cybersecurity & regional stability
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31746
The focus for 2024 BRICS summit was modernising security & economic cooperation, with key discussions on counterterrorism to carbon-unit trading, while also addressing critical security challenges like cybersecurity & regional stability
Read it here: https://or-f.org/31746
The G20 turns New Delhi’s eyes on Latin America
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32060
Brazil's G20 presidency focused on social inclusion, sustainable development, & global governance reform, but this year's summit highlighted a global order in flux, with deep divisions on climate, gender equality, & economic policies.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32060
Funan Techo Canal: Cambodia's lifeline of connectivity and controversy
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32059
The Funan Techno Canal (FTC) in #Cambodia, funded by #China’s BRI, is a $1.7 billion megaproject aimed at boosting trade, tourism & agriculture, but raises environmental concerns over its impact on the Mekong River & ecosystem.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32059
The application of emerging technologies in Maritime Domain Awareness
The importance of Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) is more apparent in India, due to its strategically important position within the Indo Pacific and its proximity to China.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/31742
The importance of Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) is more apparent in India, due to its strategically important position within the Indo Pacific and its proximity to China.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/31742
Assad’s fall: The legacy of repression and foreign influence among Syrian rebels
The fall of Assad's regime, though surprising to some, was inevitable due to years of economic hardship, war, & sanctions. With many Syrians in poverty % a weakened military, the collapse was overdue.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32080
The fall of Assad's regime, though surprising to some, was inevitable due to years of economic hardship, war, & sanctions. With many Syrians in poverty % a weakened military, the collapse was overdue.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32080
Asteroid Mining: Should India be paying attention?
Startups & organisations, including NASA, are planning to execute asteroid mining in the near future. What seemed like a prospect for the distant future may soon become a reality, thanks to the rapid advancements in technologies like AI.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/31464
Startups & organisations, including NASA, are planning to execute asteroid mining in the near future. What seemed like a prospect for the distant future may soon become a reality, thanks to the rapid advancements in technologies like AI.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/31464
Political turmoil engulfs Paris
As Macron struggles with low approval ratings and political instability in France, Germany faces its own internal crisis. With both EU powerhouses in disarray, Europe's unity on key issues like security and Ukraine is at risk.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32077
As Macron struggles with low approval ratings and political instability in France, Germany faces its own internal crisis. With both EU powerhouses in disarray, Europe's unity on key issues like security and Ukraine is at risk.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32077
Is the semi-institutionalised format of the QUAD making it less efficient?
QUAD's 2024 climate initiatives focus on the Pacific, with commitments from Japan, India, and the US for renewable energy and disaster response. But for long-term impact, QUAD needs to institutionalize for better coordination and funding.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32073
QUAD's 2024 climate initiatives focus on the Pacific, with commitments from Japan, India, and the US for renewable energy and disaster response. But for long-term impact, QUAD needs to institutionalize for better coordination and funding.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32073
President Yoon’s martial law adventure: What will be the political repercussion?
The aftermath of South Korea’s brief martial law has sparked intense debate over the concentration of presidential power and the role of intelligence and military agencies. Expect closer oversight and continued political turmoil
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32067
The aftermath of South Korea’s brief martial law has sparked intense debate over the concentration of presidential power and the role of intelligence and military agencies. Expect closer oversight and continued political turmoil
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32067
The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) created mBridge, a cross-border, decentralised CBDC platform, to tackle high costs, delays, & opacity in international payments. It is backed by central banks of #China, #UAE, #HongKong, #Thailand, & more.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32024
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) created mBridge, a cross-border, decentralised CBDC platform, to tackle high costs, delays, & opacity in international payments. It is backed by central banks of #China, #UAE, #HongKong, #Thailand, & more.
Read it here:
https://or-f.org/32024
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