Commentary

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China won’t always dominate global manufacturing. Here’s where the next generation of global manufacturing hubs are most likely to emerge.

Commentary

June 28

The global manufacturing hubs of tomorrow

Geopolitical Strategist

Finding alternative sources for European energy outside of Russia may be difficult and expensive, but it can and must be done.

Commentary

June 27

Securing energy for the EU is hard, not impossible

Geopolitical Strategist

The new Russia-North Korea partnership could prompt South Korea, known for its efficiency, to start providing weapons to Ukraine.

Commentary

June 26

Putin’s defense pact with North Korea not the brightest move

Geopolitical Strategist

Ukraine’s latest counterattacks might spell the end of Russian operations in space and of Russia’s ability to operate advanced satellites.

Commentary

June 25

Ukraine delivers killing blow to Russian space operations

Geopolitical Strategist

The micro-state of San Marino is making its larger neighbor, Italy, uncomfortable due to its friendliness with Russia.

Commentary

June 24

Micro-state San Marino a hub for Russian activity

Geopolitical Strategist

Vietnam is just using Russia as an extra layer of security against China. Vietnam and the United States will continue to share mutual security interests.

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June 21

Why Putin’s visit to Vietnam should not alarm Americans

Geopolitical Strategist

Since the start of the Ukraine war, the expulsion of Russian diplomats from Europe has rendered traditional Russian spy tactics ineffective.

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June 20

During Ukraine war, Russian espionage falls short

Geopolitical Strategist

The U.S. economy is strong by most measures, but there are a few key developments that Americans should be aware of.

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June 19

US economic outlook is strong, with a few caveats

Geopolitical Strategist

Ukraine is targeting Russian air defenses in anticipation of receiving F-16s. What comes after that might spell the end of Putin’s regime.

Commentary

June 18

Ukraine preparing major counteroffensive

Geopolitical Strategist

Putin defied global laws and norms when he invaded Ukraine in 2022. So why didn’t he just use nuclear weapons?

Commentary

June 17

Why didn’t Putin use nukes?

Geopolitical Strategist