The Newsletter

  • Is Trump messing up in India?

    Five years ago, president Trump was warmly welcomed in India, and China condemned. Since then, the U.S. has moved even closer to India and the rivalry with China has intensified. However, the picture is starting to change recently due to Trump’s surprisingly aggressive tone against India. Consequently, Trump’s tariffs and shifting geopolitical winds have pulled…

  • Don’t forget Jimmy Lai

    Hailed by some as a hero by most and scorned by others as a traitor, Hong Kong’s pro-democracy media businessman Jimmy Lai is in the final stage of his national security trial. Lai is accused by the Chinese government of colluding with foreign forces under a Beijing-imposed national security law. The trial might be slightly…

  • Does Europe matter in Ukraine?

    European leaders stress the need to protect Ukrainian interest ahead of the Trump-Putin talks in Alaska. Although European leaders have welcomed Trump’s plans to meet Putin on ending the war in Ukraine, while stressing the need to keep pressure on Moscow and protect Ukrainian and European security interests. Trump plans to meet Putin in Alaska on Friday, saying the parties,…

  • Trump’s first 200 days

    Even the doubters have been surprised by Trump’s energy and actions and achievements early in his presidency. He has racked up myriad wins thus far in his administration during his first 200 days since he was once again sworn in as president, through executive orders, key legislation, trade deals, and peace deals, six wins stand…

  • Israel’s latest moves

    The conflict in the Gaza strip between Hamas and Israel continues and there is no end in sight at this place. Israel will have no choice to move in more ground troops and in effect occupy the entire area. International pressure is increasing on prime minister Netanyahu to find a solution to the conflict. UN…