Global Politics & Economics

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Myanmar: Pathways to Peace

The conflicts afflicting Myanmar are far-reaching, complex and difficult to navigate. Between internal instability and largely ineffective diplomatic efforts, resolution seems elusive. CDGA have been in conversation with Diplomats Without Borders and Peking University on the evolving situation in Myanmar. These discussion summaries touch on the nature of Myanmar’s current challenges, and outline various avenues for conflict resolution, both internally and internationally.

CDGA & Diplomats Without Borders 03/09/2026

Waging the War Wrong? Rethinking Success in Latin America’s Fight against Organised Crime

Although Latin American governments are taking measures against organised crime, the overall effectiveness of many of these measures is questionable. Alejandro Posado-Tellez examines four assumptions informing state responses to organised crime, and argues that state interventions can substantially weaken an organisation without necessarily producing a corresponding decline in its activities or control.

Alejandro Posada-Tellez 27/08/2026
Robots in China

How should the West adapt to a confident China?

While acknowledging China’s ascent to a ‘great power’, the West continues to frame China as a ‘threat’. Jufang Wang & Alan Doss suggest three areas where the West should adapt to an increasingly confident China to avoid conflicts. They argue that a confident China is a global reality for the West to navigate with wisdom, pragmatism and respect.

Jufang Wang, Alan Doss 20/06/2026

Drones, Deception, and Insurgency: Inside Balochistan Liberation Army’s Transformation

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), designated a terrorist organisation by Pakistan, the United States, and the United Kingdom, is nevertheless viewed by segments of the Baloch population as a force fighting for self-determination. This article analyses the BLA’s transformation in combatting tactics (including the supposed embrace of drone warfare) and information warfare strategy.

Natasha Matloob, Yummna Hina Khan 29/04/2026

Chinese STEM Students in Britain: What the Media Got Wrong

Recently, The Times asked why Britain is educating China’s scientists. In this response, Michael Jinghan Zeng challenges the prejudices and misconceptions underpinning the question while reflecting on the direction of globalised education in STEM and beyond.

Michael Jinghan Zeng 09/03/2026

If Iran Shakes, Will Afghanistan Follow?

The effects of recent unrest in Iran have extended well beyond the country’s borders, and any political rupture in Iran would carry significant regional and international consequences. In this commentary, Natasha Matloob examines the political, economic and ideological implications of Iranian instability for neighbouring Afghanistan.

Natasha Matloob 27/02/2026
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