The Commission on War Crimes and Mass Atrocities
War crimes are serious violations of international humanitarian law that can be committed during armed conflict. They include wilful killings,…
Economic Sanctions – Understanding Their Effectiveness
Economic sanctions, or penalties on the economy, are an increasingly popular tool in foreign policy. They seek to coerce a…
Economic Stimulus
In economics, Economic stimulus is a combination of fiscal and monetary policy that a government employs in the hope of…
Recession Fears in 2025
It would be hard to go through a week in 2025 without hearing talk of recession fears. Investors and economists…
Countering Authoritarian Rule
The global erosion of democracy poses a serious threat to the lives and futures of people everywhere. Democracy’s defenders must…
How to Prepare for a Nuclear Threat
Since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, more than 2,000 nuclear weapons have been tested for military purposes, but…
What is a Trade Agreement?
A trade agreement, also called a trade pact or free trade agreement (FTA), is an international economic arrangement that usually…
State Visit to the UK
During a State visit, foreign heads of state and government are given a royal welcome in their host country. The…
How an Interest Rate Hike Affects Borrowers
An Interest rate hike is a big deal for anyone who has borrowed money. It affects borrowers in many ways,…
What is a Global Market Crash?
The term “global market crash” refers to periods of sharp stock-market decline that trigger economic turbulence. Examples include the stock-market…