(Analysis) Too Little Too Late? President Biden’s Syrian Policy and Regional Security Implications

Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria is undergoing a diplomatic revival. Nations that ostracized Assad after the outbreak of the nation’s civil war in 2011, such as Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have all agreed to normalize relations with him. Assad was also reinstated as a member of the Arab League on May 9 after twelve years of suspended membership.

[Analysis] What Would Biden’s Victory In The 2020 U.S. Elections Mean For ASEAN?

As the American elections approach, Joe Biden could become the next President of the United States of America. In foreign policy, his experience in the Senate and as Vice President during the Obama administration could determine future strategies. How will Biden approach the rising power of China? And what role will the US continue to pursue in East Asia?

(Analysis) AI: Friend, Fad, Or Foe? Davos 2026 Sets The Stage For An Increasing Interest In AI’s Long-term Impact

Artificial intelligence featured prominently at the 2026 World Economic Forum, framed as both a driver of productivity and a source of strategic uncertainty. Investments and leadership forecasts pointed to rapid capability gains, yet implementation data suggested that many organisations remain in pilot phases with uneven impact across sectors. At the same time, divergent regulatory approaches, emerging rules on deepfakes and electoral integrity, and ongoing debates about data governance highlighted a widening gap between technological development and institutional readiness.

[Report] High Politics in the High North: Assessing Transatlantic Policy in the Arctic

Greenland in the 21st century has become a subject of intense fascination by many strategic actors. This is especially true of the United States. As Washington is the primary contributor to the alliance, this is presents dilemmas to European policymakers who countries’ rely on the American led alliance for defense. To deal with these issues, Brussels must understand the context of Greenland’s history and be appraised of potential policy directions for greater autonomy.

(Analysis) Chips and Power: How TSMC Navigates Geopolitical Tensions

This analysis explores TSMC’s strategic position in the global semiconductor value chain. It also examines the broader implications for semiconductor industry and security.

The Deteriorating Sino-Dutch Relations

The trade relations between the Netherlands and China are currently being threatened by the Netherlands priority of national security as well as the US-China trade war. National security concerns and geopolitical conditions can and are shaping the semiconductor industry of the world.