February 25, 2025

Afghanistan between political deadlock and the illusion of reform: A structural governance crisis

Abstract Afghanistan has faced decades of political instability, foreign interventions, and failed state-building efforts. Despite numerous international conferences and opposition-led initiatives, sustainable governance remains elusive. This study critically examines why diplomatic efforts and opposition movements fail to bring structural

February 20, 2025

The international order in transition: Europe’s marginalization and new geopolitical realities

Abstract The war in Ukraine has significantly reshaped the global geopolitical landscape, exposing the limitations of Western strategic planning and accelerating Europe’s geopolitical marginalization. Initially framed as a battle between democracy and authoritarianism, the conflict has instead underscored Europe’s

February 16, 2025

The International Order in Peril: From American Hegemony to Global Anarchy

Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Introduction The post-World War II international order, often termed the “liberal international order,” was constructed upon the principles of state sovereignty, prohibition of

February 14, 2025

Ukraine 2025: How U.S. Decisions Will Shape the Future

Dr. Naim Asas Director, Group for International Studies and Reflections in Social Sciences (GERISS) Email: naimasasgeriss@gmail.com Abstract As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, the initial Western unity in supporting Kyiv has fractured, revealing deep geopolitical fault

January 18, 2025

Navigating Global Power Shifts: A Comprehensive Analysis of U.S. Foreign Policy through Realism, Liberalism, and Constructivism

Abstract The United States remains a central actor in global politics, navigating shifts from unipolar dominance to multipolarity and addressing complex challenges such as climate change, cybersecurity, and great power competition. This article examines U.S. foreign policy using three

January 18, 2025

China Foreign Policy

1. Theoretical and Historical Foundations of China’s Foreign Policy China’s foreign policy has been deeply influenced by its historical experiences, cultural traditions, and theoretical underpinnings. Understanding these elements is crucial to interpreting China’s contemporary global strategies. This section delves