Geopolitics

Shifting Alliances: The Geopolitical Dynamics of Niger’s Departure from ECOWAS and the West’s Influence

By Prata do Povo | April 17, 2024 |

The Americans did not support the French in their plans to invade Niger, recognizing the potential pitfalls of such an action. It was clear that the involvement of Italy and Germany was tentative at best. Following threats from Victoria Nuland, the French quickly abandoned their mission. Even France’s intentions to maintain their embassy and military…

The Actual Battle of Ukraine – Odessa

By Oleg Yanovsky | April 17, 2024 |

The crown jewel in Ukraine is Odessa. It’s the logistical hub and Ukraine’s economic lifeline. Without it, Ukraine will be a rump state with no global trade future. In terms of the battle for Odessa, we will have to talk about Nikolaev on one side, and Transnistria on the other. Moldova is the last state…

Is Gaza the most densely populated place in the world? Nope.

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | November 4, 2023

This is a very popular myth about the Gaza strip, and it constantly brought up by the pro-Palestinian people, especially in the light of the Israeli-Hamas War – a “fact” that is weaponised in the information war between the two sides. However, this is not true. As a Singaporean, I literally know for a fact…

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Asia Times: ‘Faux pacifists’ imperil Japan while empowering China

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | June 15, 2018

Original Article: Asia Times: ‘Faux pacifists’ imperil Japan while empowering China by Kerry K Gershaneck Professor Kerry K Gershaneck is currently a scholar at the Graduate Institute of East Asian Studies, National Chengchi University, ROC; a guest lecturer at the ROC National Defense University; a senior research associate with Thammasat University’s Faculty of Law (CPG); and the…

SCMP: Shinzo Abe and Kim Jong-un could meet

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | June 15, 2018

Cover Photo & Original Article by SCMP / Kyodo: Shinzo Abe and Kim Jong-un could meet after North Korean leader says he’s willing So in the Japanese newspaper, Sankei Shimbun (産経ニュース) reported that Kim said he is willing to meet Japanese PM Shinzo Abe The Sankei newspaper said Kim discussed the possibility during historic talks on Tuesday with…

Nikkei Asian Review: Malaysia asks Japan for yen loan to solve financial woes

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | June 15, 2018

Original Article: Nikkei Asian Review: Malaysia asks Japan for yen loan to solve financial woes by CK TAN, Nikkei staff writer June 12, 2018 18:12 JST Cover Photo by Uichiro Kasai Malaysia is seeking for a loan from Japan, in their bid to divert away from toxic loans/investment from China. ( Read more: Malaysia Tipping The Power Balance…

Kim-Trump Summit: A Quick Highlight

By Suttichart Denpruektham | June 13, 2018

President Trump claims he achieved a significant step in the denuclearization process by signing an agreement with North Korea, confirming its commitment toward the destruction of the country nuclear arsenal Image Source ((https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-of-singapore-agreement-signed-by-trump-and-kim/)) – YouTube Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world…

Kim-Trump Summit, Here’s What Happened So Far

By Suttichart Denpruektham | June 11, 2018

Image Source: 960theref.com   The highly anticipated meeting between the leader of the reclusive hermit kingdom and President Donald Trump of the United States of America is about to start in just a day from now (and might even be taking place by the time you are reading the article.) Before such a historical moment…

Why Singapore? For the Kim-Trump Summit

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | June 10, 2018

“Singapore is in the spotlight, as US President Donald J Trump and North Korean Leader, Kim Jong-Un descend upon the island city-state. For many people around the world, who do not know Singapore well, may be wondering: why Singapore? First and foremost, the most important reason is…   DIPLOMATICALLY PERFECT Singapore is being seen as…

Kim-Trump Summit: What if it fails

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | June 9, 2018

If you had read my previous article on Kim Jong-Un: The Age Of Kim Jong-Un And His Secret Agenda, I have put on a relatively strong case as to why this upcoming meeting between US President Donald J Trump and North Korean Leader Kim Jong-Un, would be nothing but a raving success. But let’s take…

Malaysia tipping the power balance away from China in South East Asia

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | June 4, 2018

One of the most immediate impact of Malaysia’s General Election on the geopolitics on the world stage, is the tipping the balance of power away from China, in South East Asia. In recent years, China had been banking on Cambodia, Laos, and to a smaller extend Malaysia, to break up the unity within ASEAN (Association…

Thailand and The Secret War in Laos

By Suttichart Denpruektham | May 1, 2018

Thailand is famous as the site of American airbase during the Vietnam War. However, the story I am about to tell is a rare tales about this country involvement in the Secret War in Laos against the forces of the North Vietnamese Army, told by several veterans of the conflicts who share their priceless experiences in this online…

Contrast between 2 Dictators

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | April 19, 2018

The geopolitical world of recent weeks, 2 main “flashpoint” that is capturing everyone’s attention, is without doubt: North Korea and Syria. Photo illustration by Slate. Photos by KCNA/AFP/Getty Images, Joseph Eid/AFP/Getty Images. However the destiny and treatment from USA of this 2 states can’t be more different from one another. In East Asia, North Korea’s…

The Age of Kim Jong-Un and his Secret Agenda

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | March 18, 2018

North Korea finally met their match in US President Donald Trump, as their decades-old strategy of faking concession, threatening war, and giving false promises in exchange for valuable financial and material aids, failed to take off in dramatic fashion, as Trump went tit for tat for every single threat issued by North Korea – and…

The Turkish Pivot

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | January 28, 2018

On 24th November 2015, the Turkish air force shot down a Russian Su-24 over the Turkish-Syrian border, in what the world would have considered the boldest act commited by any side in the entire conflict – only ISIS’ decision to actually hold ground and somewhat rule over their conquered territory; and that long train of…

Most of the world unites against USA’s Jerusalem embassy move

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | December 22, 2017

The world unites and railed against US President Trump’s move of the US Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem. As mentioned in the previous article (here), USA had issued threats to all the countries that are receiving foreign aids from the USA to not vote against United States. While the 128 favour vs 9 against sounds…

Trump promises vengeance against UN member voters

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | December 21, 2017

At the UN we're always asked to do more & give more. So, when we make a decision, at the will of the American ppl, abt where to locate OUR embassy, we don't expect those we've helped to target us. On Thurs there'll be a vote criticizing our choice. The US will be taking names.…

Do not worry, Israel – Malaysia is not going to war with you

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | December 14, 2017

On 9 December 2017, in reaction to the recognition of Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel by US President Donald J Trump, the Malaysian Defense Minister, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein shock the world by claiming that the Malaysian military is ready to set out to Jerusalem as soon as the order is received from the…

Jerusalem: The first step towards long term peace in Israel-Palestine

By Wyatt Mingji Lim | December 7, 2017

In my opinion, this is the right step forward towards resolving the long time conflict between Israel and Palestine. Denying the number 1 thing that Israel want, will only make it impossible the peace process to be successful. As prove to what I said above, Benjamin Netanyahu reacted to the announcement, calling Trump’s remarks a…

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