More

    Foreign Policy

    Regional Implications of Great Power Competition: The Case of the Western Balkans

    This paper will discuss the implications of great power competition in the Western Balkans. This paper will discuss the implications of great power competition in...

    Russia’s Policy in Libya from 2011 Onwards

    This paper examines Russia's strategy towards Libya post-2011. Russia has arguably been filling the vacuum left by NATO to further its interests regardless of...

    ‘Tired of Begging’: Developments in the Nile Dam Dispute

    This policy outlook notes that an agreement on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) will be transformative not only for Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan...

    The Paradox of Authoritarian Soft Power: The Case of Russia and China

    As populism continues to rise around the world, the appeal of authoritarianism has increased, creating a more receptive audience for Chinese and Russian soft...

    The Rising Influence of the Russian Orthodox Church in Russian Politics

    This discussion paper suggests that in order to understand the drivers of Russian behaviour in the global arena, it is imperative to look at...

    Egypt’s Role in Libya

    This policy outlook examines Egypt’s role in Libya. Cairo’s various interests in Libya are assessed and used to explain Egypt’s policy in Libya and...

    The Russia-China Partnership: De Facto Alliance or Marriage of Convenience?

    This paper will discuss the roots of the increasing partnership between Russia and China and its future prospects. This paper will discuss the roots of...

    Algeria’s Role in Libya

    This policy outlook explores some of the critical elements driving Algeria’s foreign policy concerning the on-going conflict in Libya. This policy outlook explores some of...

    Doubling-Down on Haftar: Examining France’s Position in Libya

    This policy outlook explores France’s foreign policy in Libya, examining the mixture of strategic, geopolitical, economic, and ideological factors driving French interests in Libya. Libya’s...

    Featured Articles