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This Industrial Revolution Is Not Like the Last One

Foreign Policy - 10 hours 52 min ago
Policymakers’ approach to automation won’t work for AI.

Why Latin America’s New Right Will Struggle to Govern

Foreign Policy - 10 hours 52 min ago
In Colombia and elsewhere, winning was the easy part.

Iran Didn’t Win the War

Foreign Affairs - 10 hours 53 min ago
Tehran is still losing the long game.

A Peacemaker Tries to Defuse Tribal Nastiness of the Thai-Cambodian Border Conflict

TheDiplomat - 10 hours 58 min ago
Hyper-nationalistic rhetoric is complicating the resolution of the ongoing border dispute, but ending it is not an easy task.

US Government Imposes Fresh Sanctions Against Alleged Cambodian Scam Network

TheDiplomat - 11 hours 4 min ago
The Treasury Department has designated nine people and 26 ‌entities linked to Prince Holding Group, which it has described as a "transnational criminal organization."

MSCI Extends Review on Indonesia ‘Emerging Market’ Status Review

TheDiplomat - 14 hours 5 min ago
The reprieve led to a brief rally on the Indonesian stock market, but the longer-term outlook is less certain.

A Taiwan Crisis and America’s Industrial Base

TheDiplomat - 15 hours 32 min ago
The cost of offshoring would be laid bare in a crisis.

Will Pakistan’s Iran Gamble Pay Off?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 23:33
Islamabad could leverage its success as a mediator to secure its own interests.

Can Rutte Sweet-Talk Trump Enough to Soothe NATO Tensions?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 23:13
The NATO chief seeks to manage the U.S. president while appeasing other alliance members.

Will Congo’s President Push a Third Term?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 21:46
As Kinshasa faces multiple crises, a bill risks plunging the country further into instability.

Treasury Chief Bessent Defends Trump’s Iran Deal

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 20:24
Vice President J.D. Vance isn’t the only one being trotted out to sell an unpopular deal.

2 State-owned Banks in Kyrgyzstan Drop 131 Clients Due to Sanctions Risks

TheDiplomat - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 20:10
While the companies haven’t been named, what’s clear is that Bishkek wants to be seen making an effort to address the EU’s sanctions circumvention concerns. 

The Middle East’s Great Divergence Is Underway

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 19:58
With economic and security interests split between great powers, the region is beginning to consider a third path.

How the Russia-Ukraine War Rewired Southeast Asia’s Arms Trade

TheDiplomat - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 18:40
The war did what years of Western pressure could not, effectively removing Russia as a viable arms supplier to Southeast Asia.

What Is Iran’s Nuclear Status Quo?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 18:29
Before diplomacy can move forward, U.S. negotiators face the daunting task of reestablishing a baseline.

Pax Silica and Indo-Pacific Partners

TheDiplomat - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 17:48
Insights from Akhil Ramesh.

Why the Iran Deal Might Endure

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 17:47
Both Washington and Tehran need it.

The New Geography of the World Cup

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 17:04
Migration, colonial history, and elite academies have redefined today’s national teams.

Beyond a Viral Video, What Did Bangladesh’s PM Accomplish in Malaysia?

TheDiplomat - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 16:31
A Malaysian video attracted attention to the trip and its geopolitical significance.

China’s De-Dollarization Drive Has Hit a Wall

Foreign Policy - Wed, 24/06/2026 - 16:25
Beijing can create financial instruments, but it cannot decree demand.

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