Tag: Economy
Asia’s Fuel Lifeline Is Fraying — And The Warning Signs Are Already Here
Asia’s growth model rests on a fragile assumption: that energy will remain available, affordable and uninterrupted. That assumption is now being tested by the conflict in Iran…
Trump’s Iran Ultimatum Raises Questions He Can’t Answer
Donald Trump’s ultimatum to Iran reflects an aggressive but unclear strategy, with shifting demands around nuclear concessions and military pressure that lack a coherent endgame…
After Maduro’s Ouster, Tough New Truths About US Foreign Policy
President Trump’s decisive action in Venezuela signals the consolidation of a foreign-policy doctrine that is blunt, transactional and unapologetic about the use of force — with five hard truths for the U.S. and the world…
Smarter Finance Needed To Rebuild Post-Conflict Middle East
Traditional model — grand pledging conferences followed by sluggish bilateral transfers — is obsolete and must be left behind…
Middle East Debt Deals Hang in Limbo as Washington Sets the Clock
Gulf stock markets rallied in September, following the Federal Reserve’s rate cut and renewed optimism that further rate cuts were to come. Behind the cheer lies a more complicated reality: debt issuance across the Middle East — sovereign, corporate and family-owned — is being delayed, restructured or burdened by high U.S.-imported borrowing costs…
Zohran Mamdani tapped into real frustration in New York. That doesn’t mean he can govern.
Zohran Mamdani’s surprise victory in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary is more than a political upset — it’s a statement. His grassroots campaign, fueled by democratic socialist ideals and a rejection of establishment politics, managed to topple a former governor and long-standing figure in Democratic circles. That alone says something powerful about the mood of voters right now…
Marco Rubio’s Proposed Reshuffle At State Offers A Huge Opportunity In Africa
If America wants to stay competitive, it must rethink its approach to Africa, and fast…
Trump Is Redefining, Not Abandoning, American Soft Power
As Donald Trump heads back to the White House, leaders across the Middle East anticipate the revival of a pragmatic partnership centered on economic growth, security, and regional stability. Trump’s first term resonated with Gulf leaders and beyond, emphasizing results over ideology—a stark contrast to the Biden administration. His tenure’s signature accomplishments, including the Abraham Accords, a robust stance on Iran, and business-driven diplomacy, are seen as a roadmap for renewed progress in the region…
US President Biden’s Postponed Angola Trip Is A Missed Opportunity
President Joe Biden has postponed his trip to Luanda. With US elections in less than four weeks it is unlikely he will visit Africa as president…
