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The Belt and Road Initiative at 10: A Decade of Challenges and Evolution
Ten years have passed since President Xi Jinping unveiled the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), an ambitious geopolitical project aimed at fostering connectivity, trade, and cultural exchange along the ancient Silk Road routes. While the BRI has undoubtedly made a significant impact, its complex nature and evolving scope have left many puzzled. In this article,
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Russia’s Justification for Annexation: Defending Sovereignty and Spiritual Values
In a recent video address posted on the Kremlin website, President Vladimir Putin outlined Russia’s intent behind the controversial annexation of four Ukrainian regions. One year after signing the documents that initiated this unprecedented land grab since World War II, Putin asserted that Russia is defending its sovereignty, spiritual values, and unity through the ongoing
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Chizuko Ueno: The Unlikely Feminist Icon in China’s Tightly Controlled Society
In recent years, China’s government has enforced conservative social values, urging women to prioritize child-rearing and implementing strict regulations to reduce foreign influence. Despite this backdrop, one individual has defied expectations and emerged as a notable figure on China’s censored internet: Chizuko Ueno. A 75-year-old Japanese feminist scholar, Ueno gained fame in China after delivering
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Tragic Bombing Mars Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday Celebrations in Pakistan
In a distressing turn of events, a powerful bomb exploded near a mosque at a rally in Mastung, Baluchistan province in southwestern Pakistan. The attack occurred during the celebration of Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, causing immense devastation and loss. This tragic incident claimed the lives of at least 52 people, with close to 70 others sustaining
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Heightened Resistance Threatens Myanmar’s Ruling Junta in Key Strongholds
In Myanmar, resistance forces, buoyed by the support of multiple armed ethnic groups and a shadow government formed after the 2021 coup, have gained control over approximately 60% of the country’s territory. As violent confrontations escalate across the nation, the ruling junta led by Min Aung Hlaing faces a crumbling economy and growing dissension within
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Challenging China’s South China Sea Claims: The Philippines Contemplates Legal Action
In a decade-long dispute over China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea, the Philippines sought recourse through the Permanent Court of Arbitration at The Hague. In 2016, the tribunal ruled in favor of the Philippines, marking a remarkable victory for the country. However, China has repeatedly disregarded this ruling and continues to assert its
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