Author: Riccardo Villa

Riccardo Villa is the Project Coordinator at ISDP’s Asia Program. He holds a Master of Arts in Global Peace, Security, and Strategic Studies from Vesalius College in Brussels, Belgium, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Languages, Cultures, and Societies, specializing in the Indian Subcontinent and Northeast Asia, from Ca’ Foscari University, Italy. Mr. Villa has had the opportunity to study in both Seoul, South Korea, and Xi’An, China, where he developed his knowledge of inter- and intra-regional relations between the U.S., the EU, and Northeast Asian nations. His security policy complements a research portfolio that includes peace theory and geopolitics, humanitarian and development assistance, as well as human trafficking issues.

World News

(Analysis) DPRK-Russia-China Economic Triangle

By Riccardo Villa November 8, 2023 November 13, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"0

In a shifting world order marked by Sino-American competition, the DPRK’s gradual easing of border restrictions and its evolving economic alignment with China and Russia are significant developments. As we delve deeper into this geopolitical landscape, the DPRK’s strategy to engage with these key neighbors and reduce reliance on the broader international community becomes more apparent. Explore the complexities and implications of this evolving dynamic in this analysis.

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(REPORT) Italy and the BRI: in the Shadow of Sino-American Competition and Balancing National Interest

By Riccardo Villa October 27, 2023 October 27, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"1

Italy’s BRI engagement economic promises fell short. Italy’s reassessing aligns with US priorities. Taiwan’s ties could help distancing from China but strain relations. Balancing interests, alliances, and economics, Italy navigates a complex situation. Exiting the BRI may offer security assurances while maintaining diplomatic and economic hedging with the US and China.