Xi Jinping’s Military Purge and its reshaping of China’s Armed Forces
Elenathan Kassa Staff Writer China’s highest-ranking generals are undergoing a comprehensive anti-corruption and loyalty initiative. The situation has raised
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China’s Economic Slowdown
Nihma Abdallah Staff Writer Is the world’s second-largest economy stumbling? According to The Guardian, China has just set its lowest
Read MoreBurning Bridges While Beijing Builds Them: America’s Waning Diplomatic Capital
For decades since the fall of the Soviet Union, the U.S. has championed itself as the architect of the liberal international order, a system rooted in alliances, adherence to international law, and democratization. Yet today, that hegemonic power we once saw has been waning. China’s Belt and Road Initiatives work to expand its influence abroad, while the U.S. has alienated its allies through short-sighted foreign policy measures.
Read MoreAfghanistan and Pakistan Clash at Border, Agree to a Truce
During the night of October 11, Afghanistan and Pakistan clashed at several checkpoints and posts along their shared border, known as the Durand Line, which was established by the British in 1893, according to Reuters. After the initial clashes, Pakistan closed its border crossings on October 12 to maintain security and prevent incursions . The attacks follow recent demands from Pakistan urging the Taliban to restrain militants who have intensified their assaults within Pakistan.
Read MoreChina’s Rapid Drone Development
China’s drone aspirations are no longer a paper threat in theory but are being turned into reality in the form of capabilities that are changing the direction of airborne warfare. From gigantic “mothership” UAVs to stealthier unmanned fighter aircraft and a deep integration of civilian and military drone sectors, Beijing is sprinting towards an era of unmanned dominance. But risk yields reward: China must balance scale, survivability, command and control, and geopolitical blowback.
Read MoreIndonesia Faces New Protests
On August 25, protests sprung up throughout Indonesia after reports were released detailing increased salaries for parliament members, at a time when many Indonesians face adversity and poverty.
Read MoreNorth Korea Showcases Nuclear Capable Submarine, Threats of Nuclear Confrontation Grow
North Korea’s news agency released photos showcasing nuclear-capable submarines under construction, The Associated Press reports. The pictures released by the state’s media, show President Kim Jong Un visiting a shipyard where crews appear to be working on a massive nuclear-capable submarine.
Read MoreThailand Faces Scrutiny Over Uyghur Deportations and Human Rights Concerns
On February 27th, Thailand sent back 40 Uyghur male detainees to China. The detainees had been in Thai custody since fleeing persecution in China in 2014. They are among 48 of 300 Uyghurs who fled persecution in China and were headed to Türkiye before being intercepted in Thailand. The Associated Press reports that in 2015, 170 women and children detainees were sent to Türkiye, while a little more than 100 men were sent back to China.
Read MoreToyota Builds “Woven City” to Test Futuristic Mobility
In 2021, Toyota celebrated and began its ambitious “Woven City” plan. Named to honor Toyota’s beginning in automatic textile looms, Sakichi Toyoda simply wanted to help his mother who toiled on a manual loom. A $10 billion project, Toyota does not want to profit from its eco-friendly research hub. Instead, Toyota plans to foster innovation and future mobility located under the beautiful Mount Fuji.
Read MoreSoutheast Asia’s Movement Towards Nuclear Energy
Southeast Asia is taking historic action with its ambitious movement towards nuclear power to create a sustainable energy source for the region—one that has never applied nuclear power before. This movement is not the first time Southeast Asian nations have sought nuclear energy. According to The Associated Press, Southeast Asia’s only nuclear power plant was completed decades ago, about 40 miles from Manila, the capital of the Philippines. However, the plant was left idle due to fears of corruption and never even produced a single watt of nuclear energy.
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