Economy & Trade
Retaliation, Negotiation, or Innovation? The Dilemma for Developing Economies in the Age of Tariffs
In Trump’s thinking, imposing tariffs is more than a means to reduce the trade deficit. It is a strategic gambit to remake the global...
Dodging the Storm: How Türkiye Can Navigate U.S. Protectionism
No one knows Trump's next move. The 47th President of the United States appears to be embracing a version of the "Madman Theory," a...
Crisis in the Bazaar: Iran’s Economic Fault Line?
With its geopolitical significance, rich energy resources, and historical depth, Iran has long been a critical actor in international relations. However, the country has...
Digital Currencies’ Evasion: Sanctions Enforcement and the Digital Battlefield
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The rapid decentralisation of global financial networks creates a profound strategic dilemma, wherein the very technological innovations designed to...
From Oil Riches to Economic Ruin: Iran’s Battle Against Sanctions and Mismanagement
Despite its geopolitical position, rich energy resources, and historical significance, Iran has faced severe economic and energy crises in recent years. These crises stem...
Turkish Version of the Policy Outlook Trump 2.0 Trade Agenda: Balancing Economic Strategy and Global Challenges
Donald Trump’ın ikinci dönem ticaret politikaları, Çin mallarına %60’a kadar ve diğer ülkelerden yapılan ithalata %10-20 oranında gümrük vergisi uygulanmasını vurgulayarak ulusal güvenliği güçlendirmeyi,...
Trump 2.0 Trade Agenda: Balancing Economic Strategy and Global Challenges
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The anticipation of a second term for Donald Trump presents a profound geopolitical and economic dilemma, wherein his administration’s...
Reviving Turkish-Iraqi ties with the Development Road
Turkish-Iraqi relations have gradually warmed over the past five years. In contrast to Iran's approach, which relies heavily on a network of sectarian groups...
Money Wars: The Financial Battle Behind the 2024 U.S. Presidential Race
As the countdown to the United States presidential election on November 5th continues, polls show a fierce race between Democratic Party candidate Kamala Harris...
Weekly Newsletter
Türkiye in Focus
6-10 July 2026 Edition Edition
This week we cover:
- NATO Ankara Summit Concluded
- Ahmed al-Sharaa’s Diplomatic Foray in Ankara
- National Struggle vs War of Independence: The Historiographical Debate in Türkiye