07.03.2026

Monthly review of the political situation in South Asia: Period: January – February 2026

Strategic reformatting of the region Summary: The article highlights a number of important events shaping the new political reality in South Asia. The landmark statement by Vice President of the Philippines Sarah Duterte about her intention to run for president in 2028 is being considered, which marks the beginning of a new stage of the

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Monthly review of the political situation in East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region: Period: January-February 2026

Icebreaker for Coalitions: Shifts in East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region Summary: The article highlights a number of important international events related to East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region, as well as their relations with other states. South Korea’s plans for a test passage of a vessel along the Northern Sea Route and related negotiations

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Monthly review of the political situation in Oceania and Australia: Period: January-February 2026

Springboard for tension: Key events in Oceania and Australia Summary: The article highlights a number of important international events related to Oceania and Australia, as well as their relations with other states and regions. China’s warning about possible measures in response to the possible return of the Port of Darwin to Australian control, as well

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Monthly review of the political situation in Southeast Asia: Period: December 2025 – January 2026

Brief overview: The article examines the key international developments of the second half of January 2026, which demonstrate a redistribution of roles and the formation of new coalitions in global politics. Particular attention is paid to the strategic self-presentation of major powers (India), domestic political crises affecting foreign policy (South Korea, China), and large-scale diplomatic

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Monthly Review of the Political Situation in the Arctic: Period: October–November 2025

Resources, Climate, and Geopolitics: The Future of the Arctic in Global Strategy Summary: This article provides an overview of the current geopolitical situation in the Arctic, which has attracted growing interest from many countries due to its rich resources and strategic significance. The paper highlights Norway’s concerns about the potential emergence of the U.S. as

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BRICS and Latin America: IMBRICS Experience

Short Description: The article by Koldo Salazar examines the deepening cooperation between BRICS countries and Latin American states following the IMBRICS Forum 2025. It highlights BRICS as a platform for dialogue, public diplomacy and new economic opportunities, including trade in national currencies and alternative logistical routes. Through statements from Argentine and Ecuadorian representatives, the author

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Chittagong at the Crossroads: Bangladesh’s Strategic Gamble in China’s Indica Corridor

Author: Sabita Binta Azad Shifa, writer & research analyst, Dhaka, Bangladesh Short description: The article by Sabita Binta Azad Shifa explores the strategic importance of the Port of Chittagong (Chattogram) within the broader context of China’s 21st Century Maritime Silk Road and the growing geopolitical activity in the Bay of Bengal. The author examines China’s

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BRICS Pay: Financial Architecture, Decentralized Systems, and Trade Geopolitics at the IMBRICS Forum in Saint Petersburg

Since its inception, the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) has emerged as a significant platform for developing countries seeking to diversify their economic relations and strengthen their financial systems against Western influence. Over the years, member countries have advanced in building their own financial architecture, with a clear vision of decentralization

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