As the professional implementers of U.S. foreign policy, the United States Foreign Service has long been instrumental in maintaining the post-World War international order, supporting a broad range of global…
In this interview, Guillermo Ordorica, Mexico’s Ambassador to Qatar since 2022, discusses the growing economic and cultural ties between Mexico and Qatar. Ambassador Ordorica highlights significant milestones, including Mexico’s participation…
War and conflict have profound effects on society, including the critical fields of science. The paper argues that scientific protectionism, which includes restricting international collaborations and open science, threatens innovation,…
The “affective interlude” in Korean serial television (K-Dramas) emblemizes the appeal of the K-drama through its focus on the emotions of characters and its solicitation of viewer sympathy, all of…
From the Olympics to the FIFA World Cup to the Asian Games, sports competitions have played out on the international stage for hundreds of years and undoubtedly receive sustained international…
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping convened on November 15th, 2023 during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in San Francisco. The Biden-Xi summit marks a pivotal…
The United States has long maintained its political power and influence in the Middle East; however, the increasing Chinese foothold in the region is changing this matrix. The clash of…
The Biological Weapons Convention has become an outlet for geopolitical tensions heightened by the war in Ukraine. This two-part article charts how the diplomatic battle between Moscow and Washington for…
Read part 1 The Biological Weapons Convention has become an outlet for geopolitical tensions heightened by the war in Ukraine. This two-part article charts how the diplomatic battle between…
In times of austerity, when governments are seeking to rein in spending, critics tend to target the expensive carriers as prime candidates for defense budget cuts. However, it would be…
