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Explainer 490: Who is Japan’s new prime minister, other than a woman?
Japan made history this week as its first woman prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, was sworn in. But what are her politics and how will she manage witho…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Donald Trump, the diplomat
President Trump has achieved what numerous other world leaders have failed to secure: a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. So is there actually mer…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Explainer 489: Why have Gen Z protests spread to Madagascar?
President Andry Rajoelina flees as Madagascar’s youth follow the example of protestors in Morocco, Nepal and Sri Lanka, among others. But why are Gen…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Two years on from 7 October: did it have to be like this?
After two years of conflict, Israel and Hamas have finally agreed terms of a ceasefire. But was this the only possible path? What were the other opti…
6 months ago
Explainer 488: Why has Australia signed a defence treaty with Papua New Guinea?
While neither nation is famed for their military might, the mutual defence treaty signed this week by Australia and Papua New Guinea has some strateg…
6 months ago
Why is Moldova’s election result so significant to its neighbours?
Last Sunday’s parliamentary election was one of existential stakes for Moldova and considerable concern for Europe. But will the newly elected, pro-E…
6 months, 1 week ago
Explainer 487: India, Pakistan and a dearth of cricket diplomacy
Following India’s recent victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, handshakes were absent and India refused to accept the trophy. Andrew Mueller plot…
6 months, 1 week ago
Is social media a threat to national security?
The size, power and appetite for misinformation of the largest social media platforms is undeniable. But how real is the national security threat? An…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Explainer 486: Why recognise Palestine now?
Ten countries recognised Palestine this week, including the UK, France and Canada. Why now? Andrew Mueller examines the geopolitical and domestic rea…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Above the law?
In democracies, it is an article of faith that nobody – not even the national leader – is above the law. As with most articles of faith, expedient ex…
6 months, 3 weeks ago