Think Tanks
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Trump’s Iran climbdown wasn’t an offramp
Trump’s decision to step back from immediate escalation with Iran has been presented as a form of restraint, but it does not represent a real exit from the conflict. Rather…
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Why the Iran War is a Double-Edged Sword for Putin
The Paradox of Windfall Profits and Strategic Overextension In March 2026, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) analyzed how the war in Iran has transformed Russia into an involuntary economic…
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Late-breaking shocks and shifting goalposts: Takaichi’s highwire Washington visit
Sanae Takaichi’s visit to Washington unfolds in a moment where international politics feels unstable and constantly shifting. Global crises, changing U.S. priorities and unexpected developments shape the context of the…
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Energy Chaos in Asia: The Ripple Effect of the Iran War
The Fracture of Indo-Pacific Energy Security In March 2026, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) reported that the paralysis of the Strait of Hormuz has plunged Asia’s largest economies into…
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Problematic Social Media Use and Adolescent Wellbeing – WHR
World Happiness Report 2026. Chapter 7: Problematic Social Media Use and Adolescent Wellbeing: The Role of Family Socioeconomic Status Across 43 Countries In this chapter of the World Happiness Report…
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Translating Scientific Evidence into Effective Policies for Health and Technology – WHR
World Happiness Report 2026. Chapter 4: Translating Scientific Evidence into Effective Policies for Health and Technology Requires Care This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026, authored by Sophie Lloyd-Hurwitz…
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Adolescent Life Satisfaction and Social Media Use – WHR
En: Think TanksWorld Happiness Report 2026. Chapter 5: Adolescent Life Satisfaction and Social Media Use: Gender Differences in an International Dataset. This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026, authored by Jean…
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Social Media, Wasting Time, and Product Traps – WHR
World Happiness Report 2026. Chapter 6: Social Media, Wasting Time, and Product Traps In this chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026, Cass R. Sunstein examines how social media platforms…
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How Iran Sees the War
Strategic Mindset First, Iran interprets war not as a last resort, but as a political instrument embedded in long-term competition with stronger adversaries. Moreover, leaders prioritize shaping perceptions of risk…
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Sustainable Racing. Balancing Productivity and Conservation: Advancing Low-Carbon Livestock Systems in Brazil and Latin America
Global Challenge and Brazilian Context Agriculture sustainability emerges as a defining global challenge, as food demands rises while environmental impacts must decline sharply. Meanwhile, Brazil’s livestock sector expands rapidly, becoming…
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Trump, Xi, and the Case for Strategic Calm
Introduction First, U.S. – China relations have shifted from confrontation toward a more restrained phase, where both sides test limits while avoiding escalation. From Escalation to Recalibration Initially, tariff wars…
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Putin’s gamble in Cuba
Strategic Context First, Russia seeks to expand its global influence while avoiding direct confrontation with the United States; therefore, Cuba becomes a low-cost geopolitical signal close to US territory. Meanwhile,…
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The World After Trump
A New World Disorder First, global order enters a turbulent phase as U.S. leadership shifts direction. Consequently, alliances weaken, trade becomes zero-sum, and strategic uncertainty expands across regions. Competing Futures…
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Happiness and Social Media – WHR
En: Think TanksWorld Happiness Report. Chapter 1: Executive Summary – Happiness and Social Media. The World Happiness Report 2026 examines the relationship between happiness and social media, focusing particularly on young people.…
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International Evidence on Happiness and Social Media – WHR
World Happiness Report. Chapter 2: International Evidence on Happiness and Social Media This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026 analyzes international evidence on the relationship between happiness and social…
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Takaichi takes on Trump
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is navigating a complex relationship with Donald Trump’s second administration. Although both leaders share nationalist tendencies, their interaction is shaped more by pressure than alignment.…
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Tinubu’s UK state visit: diplomacy alone won’t fix Nigeria’s problems
President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom highlights Nigeria’s growing international visibility, but it also raises a deeper question: whether high-profile diplomacy is actually improving conditions at home.…
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Should the Gulf Arab states join the war against Iran?
Gulf Arab states are being pushed into a difficult position as tensions with Iran escalate, but joining a war is not in their best interest. Most of these countries prefer…
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Social Media Is Harming Adolescents – WHR
World Happiness Report. Chapter 3: Social Media Is Harming Adolescents at a Scale Large Enough to Cause Changes at the Population Level This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026,…
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To secure critical minerals supply governments need to take a stake in industry
Securing access to critical minerals has become a central geopolitical priority, especially as demand grows for technologies tied to energy transition, defense, and digital industries. Relying solely on global markets…
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The Iran war should boost security cooperation by US Pacific allies like Japan, the Philippines and South Korea
The war with Iran is not just reshaping the Middle East, but also exposing the limits of the U.S.-led security order. For allies like Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines,…
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U.S. Counterterrorism Chief Resigns
Sudden Resignation First, a senior U.S. counterterrorism official resigned amid the ongoing war in Iran, signaling internal disagreement within the administration. Break With Government Policy Then, Joe Kent stepped down…
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Israel Targets Iranian Leaders
Escalation of Targeted Killings Firstly, Israel intensified its campaign by striking senior Iranian leaders, aiming to weaken the country’s political and military command structure. High – Profile Casualities Moreover, Israeli…
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Why Are the Afghan Taliban and Pakistan in an “Open War”?
Historical Roots of Tension Initially, relations were shaped by cooperation, as Pakistan supported the Afghan Taliban during decades of conflict to secure influence in Afghanistan. Emergence of a Key Militant…
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Japan’s Energy Picture Fifteen Years Post – Fukushima
Introduction Fifteen years after Fukushima, Japan is gradually reshaping its energy strategy while balancing security, sustainability, and public trust concerns. Post-Disaster Shift Initially, Japan shut down nearly all nuclear reactors…
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Metro Monitor 2026: The relationship between immigration and regional economic performance over the past decade
Immigration as a Driver of Growth Firstly, immigration has significantly fueled economic growth across U.S. metropolitan areas over the past decade, strengthening labor markets and expanding regional economies. Employment and…
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Late-breaking shocks and shifting goalpost: Takaichi’s highwire Washington visit
Strategic Context Initially, the Washington visit occurs amid rising geopolitical turbulence, especially the U.S. – led war involving Iran, which reshapes diplomatic priorities and compresses Japan’s strategic options. Shifting Priorities…
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Analyzing the passage of state-level A bills
Emergence of State-Level AI Legislation Initially, artificial intelligence debates expanded across all government levels, yet states became central actors in shaping regulatory responses to emerging technological risks. Scope and Dataset…
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Africa’s Silence on the Iran War Speaks Volumes
Cautious Continental Response First, American governments adopt restrained positions, emphasizing neutrality while avoiding explicit alignment with Iran or its adversaries. Diplomatic Balancing Moreover, reactions reflect diverse diplomatic ties with the…
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Iran War Escalates on Energy Front
Escalation on the Energy Front Firstly, the conflict intensifies through direct attacks on critical gas infrastructure in Iran and Qatar, increasing pressure on already strained global energy markets. Targeting Strategic…