Category: Commentary
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Bangladesh Takes Bold Step in Water Diplomacy amid Regional Tensions
| Riku Yuma | In a landmark move, Bangladesh became the first South Asian nation to join the UN Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes. While the decision may seem primarily diplomatic, for Bangladesh, it is a matter of survival. Water is life in…
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China’s Electric Vehicle Surge Threatens U.S. Auto Industry
China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry has reached a critical turning point, producing cars that rival or surpass those made in the West, at a fraction of the cost, according to a stark warning from former General Motors executive Michael Dunne. In a recent New York Times op-ed, Dunne paints a…
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High-Stakes Battle for Influence in a Post-Assad Middle East
[Ali Mohammed Al-Jaber, Shongjog columnist] The recent Op-Ed article published in the Oped Column Syndication provides a compelling analysis of the complex geopolitical dynamics following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad in Syria. This commentary aims to very briefly discuss the points that risk analyst and columnist Bahauddin Foizee, author of…
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A guide to republishing opinion pieces from leading media platforms
In today’s fast-paced digital media landscape, opinion pieces (or Op-Eds) are crucial tools for thought leaders, academics, and journalists to express their insights on pressing global issues. Many media outlets offer syndication services that allow others to republish these pieces, providing broader access to expert viewpoints. However, republishing Op-Eds usually…
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Europe’s path to greater autonomy
[Lukas Müller, Shongjog columnist] The European Political Community (EPC) summit took place in Budapest this past October. Lucas Dupont’s recent Op-Ed, published by Oped Column Syndication, offers a timely and thought-provoking analysis of the summit. This commentary aims to very briefly discuss the key takeaways from Dupont’s analysis, including the EPC’s…
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Quest for critical minerals: China’s dominance, Southeast Asia’s leverage
[Kavi Sampson, Shongjog columnist] In his recent research paper for the Hinrich Foundation, Stewart Paterson examines China’s strategy for securing critical minerals through domestic management and overseas investments, particularly in Southeast Asia. He highlights both the opportunities and challenges this presents for ASEAN countries as they navigate global supply chains…
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