Geopolitics
POLAND WILL NO LONGER ARM UKRAINE, after Ukraine complains to WTO over grain ban in Poland
In a series of recent developments, tensions have flared between Ukraine and several European Union member states, leading to significant economic and political repercussions. On September 15th, the European Commission announced the termination of the import ban on grain from Ukraine. This decision marked the culmination of a previous agreement made in May by the…
Read MoreIndonesia is in danger – the country risks to pay the price of bipartisanship
Indonesia is a force to be reconned with in the Asia-Pacific region. Ninth on the Lowy Institute Asia Power Index only behind the major superpowers and their immediate allies,[1] Indonesia’s geopolitical significance cannot be overstated. Since the outbreak of conflict in Ukraine, Indonesia has led ASEAN’s neutrality. However, being a middle power and non-aligned is…
Read MoreReality’s Revenge in Ukraine – Why the Lacklustre Ukrainian Counteroffensive is a Global Threat to the US
Anthony Blinken recently summed up why NATO continues to place all bets on Ukraine. If the ‘Rules-Based Order’ loses in Ukraine, then Russia will open a ‘Pandora’s box’ of other challengers across the globe.[1] However, it seems that the box is already sliding open despite NATO’s no-holds barred approach to Ukraine. The sliding towards a…
Read MoreThe Second Mexican-American War
This article is part two of a two-part series. Read the first part here: https://defensepoliticsasia.com/the-second-pacific-war/ As the world looked away, enthralled, with the actions of America abroad, primarily in Afghanistan and Iraq, but not exclusively so and then as it became enthralled, in more recent years, with the various developments that have occurred, ranging from…
Read MoreThe Second Pacific War
This article is part one of a two-part series. Read the 2nd part here: https://defensepoliticsasia.com/the-second-mexican-american-war/ There is, today, in Washington, a schism occurring between the major factions that operate within the American halls of power. On the one hand, we are presented with the stereotypical American politician, the chest-beating “Wilsonian Internationalist“, they who insist on…
Read MoreBeyond the Ukraine Russian Conflict and the Implication and Consequences to Europe.
Current Sitrep The current Ukraine War has lasted almost 500 days and the end is yet in sight. The Russians are constantly trying to overwhelmed the Ukraine Forces in the Russian quest to “liberate” the Russians in Ukraine. Before the collapse of the U.S.S.R., Ukraine was part of the U.S.S.R., as such, it is no…
Read MoreShrouded in Obscurity: The Polisario Front’s Uncertain Track Record
After the Polisario congress, the situation at the Tindouf camp seemed to stabilize, with Polisario delegates resuming their normal activities and the separatist group returning to its traditional way of life. However, various unresolved issues reemerged immediately after the congress. These included external and internal problems, recognition challenges, military concerns, and opposition issues. The problems…
Read MoreDid UN voted to recognise Russian aggression on Ukraine?
This vote screenshot went viral on the pro-ukraine info space. But do you know what they are actually voting on? Is it really a vote on recognising Russian Aggression on Ukraine? Let me show you, you make own conclusion: Let me show you: Cooperation between the United Nations and the Council of Europe The General…
Read MoreSingapore’s perspective on US-China relationship and the issue of Taiwan
Transcript from Singapore Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong’s speech in Parliament The second big issue is US-China relations. There is deep mutual suspicion and fundamental mistrust between the two countries. In America, the prevailing view is that their efforts to work out a cooperative relationship with China have failed and China’s growing strength and assertiveness…
Read MoreSingapore’s position on Russia-Ukraine War & it’s implication
Transcript from Singapore Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong’s speech in Parliament The war in Ukraine has been deadlocked for over a year, with no good outcome in sight. Neither side can win, nor can either afford to lose. In fact, things have been at a stalemate since last November. The Ukrainians are understandably reluctant to…
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