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
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
Short description: In this paper the key international events of the second half of January 2026 as empirical cases illustrating structural shifts in various subsystems of the world order is considered. The main focus is on the analysis of parallel processes: institution-building within the framework of multilateral economic associations, the functioning of internal political and
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
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