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The Impact of U.S. Presidential Elections on Taiwan-China Relations
In the global geopolitical landscape, the relationship between the United States, Taiwan, and China has been a subject of considerable attention. Recent remarks from Chinese officials have suggested that the potential victory of Donald Trump in the upcoming U.S. presidential election could have significant implications for Taiwan. Such statements aim to raise doubts about Washington’s
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The Urgent Need for De-escalation in the Middle East
The recent drone attack at a U.S. base in the Middle East has thrust the United States into a precarious position, with President Joe Biden vowing retaliation. However, with the American public and its leaders divided over Middle East policy, the prospect of a conflict threatens to have far-reaching consequences, both at home and abroad.
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The Controversy Surrounding Ofer Cassif’s Potential Expulsion from the Knesset
In early January, Israeli lawmaker Ofer Cassif sparked controversy by voicing support for South Africa’s accusation of “genocidal acts” against Gaza’s Palestinians by Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague. Now, Cassif faces potential expulsion from the Knesset, the Israeli legislature, as a parliamentary committee voted 14-2 to remove him from office,
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The Unjust Executions and Repression in Iran: A Call for International Action
The recent escalation of executions and human rights violations in Iran is a grave concern for the global community. The Islamic Republic authorities in Iran are leveraging the instability in the Middle East as a smokescreen for their egregious crimes against the Iranian people. These actions are in direct violation of international human rights standards
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The Impact of Escalating Conflict on Livestock Trade in the Red Sea
Rising insecurity in the Red Sea has triggered far-reaching consequences with significant implications, not only for human affairs but also for the global livestock trade. The escalating conflict, primarily spurred by Houthi attacks on ships attempting to pass through the waterway, has led to a distressing situation where some 15,000 Australian sheep and other livestock
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A Closer Look at the Impact of U.S.-China Chip Equipment Curbs on the European Union
In a recent interview with NRC, Tan Jian, the Chinese ambassador to the Netherlands, addressed the potential impact of U.S. chip-equipment curbs on the relationship between China and the European Union. Amid growing tensions, particularly concerning advanced chipmaking gear produced by ASML Holding NV in the Netherlands, Tan Jian highlighted the need for open dialogue
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