The Indo-Pacific: Shaping the 21st Century

The Indo-Pacific region has emerged as the primary theater for 21st-century global power competition, where maritime chokepoints and technological supply chains dictate geopolitical influence. According to Reuters, the Strait of Malacca alone facilitated the transit of approximately 22% of global trade and 29% of seaborne oil in 2025, serving as a critical artery for China’s … Read more

Latvia Must Urgently Boost Port Competitiveness, Warns Economy Minister

Latvian Economy Minister Viktors Valainis met with representatives from the Latvian Stevedoring Companies Association on June 10 to address declining cargo volumes and the long-term competitiveness of the nation’s port sector. The discussions centered on potential regulatory reforms, tax relief for diesel fuel, and the creation of a unified, national port development strategy to navigate … Read more