India is currently re-evaluating its artificial intelligence strategy as U.S. export controls and sudden access restrictions from major AI providers threaten the nation’s reliance on foreign foundational models. While India has focused on building an application layer atop established global platforms, recent directives—such as Anthropic’s decision to limit model access for foreign nationals—have exposed a … Read more
What Happens Next in Feryel Lakhdar’s Artistic Evolution? Feryel Lakhdar, a Moroccan artist renowned for her innovative approach to porcelain and mixed-media art, has unveiled a new exhibition featuring sculptures and medallion paintings that push the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship. According to sources close to the artist, this collection marks a pivotal shift in her … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten held a phone conversation on Thursday, June 11, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations, trade, and regional security. According to the Indonesian Embassy in The Hague, the leaders focused on advancing the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (I-EU CEPA) and reviewed geopolitical developments in the Middle … Read more
The Minister for Trade, Industry, and Competition, Parks Tau, has tested positive for Covid-19, his office announced in a recent statement. While currently in self-isolation, the Minister is reported to be in good spirits. He has urged those who have had recent contact with him to undergo testing and follow necessary precautionary measures. Impact on … Read more
ASEAN’s Pivot: Why Intra-Regional Trade is the Bloc’s Next Great Frontier For decades, Southeast Asian nations have looked outward, pinning their economic success on markets in the West and China. However, recent global volatility—from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict to rising tensions in the Middle East—has sent a clear signal to ASEAN leaders: it is time … Read more
The global horticulture landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, and the epicenter of this transformation is moving toward the strategic partnership between New Zealand and India. What was once a simple exchange of goods is evolving into a sophisticated, science-led collaboration that promises to redefine how the world consumes kiwifruit, apples, and pears. For decades, … Read more
The New Trade Frontier: Why Forced Labor Claims are the New Tariff Battlefield In the high-stakes game of international trade, the rules are being rewritten. As traditional legal avenues for tariffs face scrutiny from high courts, governments are increasingly turning to the moral high ground—specifically, the battle against forced labor—to justify protectionist economic policies. Donald … Read more
Forging a New Global Axis: The Türkiye-Indonesia Strategic Partnership As the geopolitical landscape shifts, two of the most influential nations in the Global South—Türkiye and Indonesia—are quietly stitching together a partnership that promises to reshape trade, defense, and technological cooperation. Following recent high-level meetings between Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Indonesian leadership, this relationship is … Read more
The introduction of advanced surveillance technology into postcolonial environments often brings more than just technical capabilities; it introduces “governance scripts” that can fundamentally reshape how a city understands safety and public policy. A new research paper co-authored by Grant Oosterwyk of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) School of Information Technology examines this dynamic through … Read more
The Future of African Cinema: How Abidjan Ciné Scratch Is Redefining Women’s Roles in Creative Industries By leveraging grassroots initiatives like the Abidjan Ciné Scratch Festival, Ivory Coast is setting a bold precedent for gender equity in filmmaking and creative entrepreneurship. With over 1,759 participants from 10 countries engaging in this year’s edition, the festival … Read more