Think Tanks
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Democrats on track to outperform 2026 House forecasts
House Contests and the Seat Deficit Currently, analysts predict Democrats have excellent odds of winning a majority in the upcoming U.S. House contests. Specifically, Democrats start only five seats down, and…
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UN vote Haiti Gang Suppression Force decision critical for regional stability and aid
The upcoming UN vote Haiti Gang Suppression Force resolution on September 30 represents a pivotal moment for international security efforts in the Caribbean nation. The UN Security Council will evaluate…
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What the US midterms could mean for Trump’s power
A Shift in Congress, but Not in Presidential Power The November 2026 midterm elections could change the political balance in Washington. Democrats are expected to regain the House, while control…
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Will the UN vote to sustain Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force?
Security Gains on Fragile Ground Haiti stands at a critical moment as the UN Security Council prepares to vote on renewing the Gang Suppression Force. After years of political paralysis…
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Is China’s humanoid robot industry a bubble?
China’s Growing Investment in Humanoid Robotics China is rapidly expanding its humanoid robotics industry, raising both expectations and concerns about its economic potential. Unitree Robotics illustrates this tension. After reaching…
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Banning UK trade with illegal Israeli settlements is long overdue
Settlement Expansion and Its Consequences Israeli settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank remains a major obstacle to establishing a viable Palestinian state. Successive UK governments have recognized these settlements…
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New Satellite Imagery Analysis Reveals an Uptick in 2026 Construction Activity at Pickaxe Mountain
Multisource satellite imagery analysis reveals a clear surge in construction activity at an underground site located near a primary nuclear complex. Synthetic aperture radar and high-resolution optical imagery show that…
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What we still don’t know about AI and children’s relationships
AI Toys and the Shift in Interaction Currently, young children are increasingly forming complex relationships with AI-enabled toys that feature synchronous responsiveness. Specifically, unlike traditional toys or media characters that foster…
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Indonesia Prabowo foreign policy balances active global diplomacy with growing economic ties
The Indonesia Prabowo foreign policy approach has demonstrated intense diplomatic activity across international forums. President Prabowo Subianto visited nearly 30 countries to position Jakarta as a key mediator in global…
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From Shahed to Geran: How Russia Continues to Reinvent the One-Way Attack Drone
A major defense study reveals how rapid technical adaptation transformed simple long-range attack drones into continuously evolving weapon platforms. Domestic manufacturing facilities modified imported designs to reduce reliance on foreign…
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The Archipelago and the Umbrella: Harmonizing French and NATO Nuclear Deterrence
An analysis outlines proposals to harmonize national independent nuclear forces with broader transatlantic alliance defense architectures. The strategy proposes a concept of forward deterrence to strengthen European security amid ongoing…
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¿Por qué olvidamos?
El ser humano sueña con la habilidad para tener memoria fotográfica y así tener la capacidad de estudiar una sola vez o de acordarnos de todo. Aunque sería increíble las…
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US mail-in voting legal battles create uncertainty ahead of 2026 midterm elections
En: Think TanksEmerging legal challenges regarding US mail-in voting could alter procedures for the 2026 midterm elections. The U.S. Supreme Court recently lifted a federal injunction blocking Postal Service restrictions. Specifically, the…
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Could the right-wing extremist AfD govern a German state for the first time?
En: Think TanksThe Alternative for Germany (AfD) stands on the brink of a historical breakthrough in Saxony-Anhalt. Specifically, polling data places the far-right party at 41% ahead of the September election. Consequently,…
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The Trump FCC’s regulatory guile
En: Think TanksShift in Agency Independence The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has fundamentally transformed its operational model under the current administration. Specifically, the agency abandoned its historical status as an independent policy…
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Can Pakistan’s foreign policy ambitions survive its domestic challenges?
Foreign Policy Ambitions and Domestic Instability Pakistan has recently sought to convert several diplomatic successes into greater geopolitical influence. Its involvement in mediation between the United States and Iran strengthened…
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Critical minerals need secure supply chains – increasingly that depends on responsible production
The Hidden Fragility of Critical Mineral Supply Chains Critical minerals have become essential to energy transitions, defence systems and emerging technologies. Yet securing them requires more than discovering deposits and…
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The ‘reverse Kindleberger Trap’: reasons to worry about the next financial crisis
A Financial Crisis Without a Rescuer The next global financial crisis may be particularly dangerous because the world could lack a willing economic stabilizer. This possibility recalls Charles Kindleberger’s explanation…
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Nigeria will need more than a bigger army to tackle security challenges
Nigeria’s decision to expand its army reflects the scale of a security crisis that has spread across the country. President Bola Tinubu announced four new military divisions and the recruitment…
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Melting ice and power shifts: Europe and Canada should seize their Arctic moment
A New Race Across the Melting North As Arctic ice retreats, a region once defined by distance and isolation is becoming a new arena of geopolitical competition. Opening sea routes…
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How Washington Can Credibly Counter China in the Pacific
En: Think TanksThe recent strategic shift by Washington in the Indo-Pacific—centered around a framework of transactional engagement often described as “flexible realism”. In short, presents critical choices and heightened risks for regional…
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The Hidden Tradeoffs of Using Tariffs as Leverage with China
En: Think TanksThe economic debate surrounding United States trade strategy toward China highlights competing strategic priorities. Specifically, it questions whether using unilateral tariffs provides effective leverage or imposes broader systemic costs. Following…
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How Africa Sets Global Agendas Amid Strained Multilateral Consensus
En: Think TanksThe debate surrounding global governance highlights the evolving role of the Global South. Specifically, it focuses on how African nations navigate a fractured international order. Ahead of the 79th United…
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The Future of Ukraine’s Drone Democracy
Ukraine confirmed Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister on August 19. The appointment followed weeks of uncertainty after mass protests over President Zelensky’s firing of Mykhailo Fedorov. Khmara is a special…
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A Great Rebalancing Is Coming
En: Think TanksGlobal trade imbalances are growing. China, Germany, and a few others run large surpluses. The US runs the world’s biggest deficit. For America, this means either more unemployment or more…
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Why data centers are a top issue in the 2026 midterms
Public Opinion Shifts and Political Campaigns Currently, the intense focus on data centers dominates highly competitive political races, such as the Ohio Senate campaign. Specifically, Democratic candidate Sherrod Brown is actively…
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Mario Draghi lanza un ‘think tank’ para impulsar reformas en la política europea y no perder de vista a EEUU y China
En: Think TanksMario Draghi, ex primer ministro de Italia y expresidente del Banco Central Europeo, ha creado un nuevo think tank llamado Rhine Group. Lo fundó junto con Patrick Collison, creador de…
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The Death of the Company
AI Agents Challenge the Traditional Company Peter Diamandis argues that corporations are approaching an organizational singularity driven by artificial intelligence. According to Salim Ismail’s work with executives, 70% of CEOs…
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Ranked: Which Countries Hold the Most U.S. Debt?
Foreign Investors Hold a Significant Share The United States national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, and foreign investors remain important buyers of Treasury securities. Visual Capitalist ranks the 20 largest…
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Democratic socialist candidates show gains but limited reach in 2026
A Visible Moment With a Modest National Footprint Democratic socialist candidates recorded several notable victories during the 2026 primary season. These results followed Zohran Mamdani’s 2025 election as mayor of…