All Commentaries
Affirming the Spirit of Bandung Today
The world might seem to be on the cusp of a new era, but the Global South still has to awaken from the nightmare of the last 500 years.
Why the B-52 Failed to Defeat the Vietnamese
The B-52 is often touted as a game-changer, but it can’t overcome a determined adversary.
Climate-Change Summer or Nuclear Winter?
The planet faces multiple existential threats in the age of Donald Trump.
The Ever-Expanding War Machine
The Trump administration is dismantling the government while pumping up the Pentagon.
India and Pakistan’s Crisis: Water, War, and Warnings
The region once again teeters on the brink of catastrophe.
Ending the War in Ukraine
If the stars align, here’s a 10-point plan that makes the best of a bad situation.
Trump’s Favorite Word: Tariffs
Trump’s moves will result in short-term pain for U.S. workers and a big question mark for the global economy.
Global Repercussions of Trump’s Withdrawal from Climate Politics
Other countries–China, Russia, India–are rushing to fill the void for their own strategic gain.
China Navigates a World Adrift in Uncertainty
Trump offers unpredictability; China offers stability.
The New Great Game in Southeast Asia
As Washington retreats, China steps in.
