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Taking Taiwan’s democracy hostage
Self-interested Taiwanese politicians are making the country increasingly ungovernable. China is the only winner
Aug 11, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
Who votes with whom at the General Assembly
Pairwise agreement on recorded UNGA plenary votes, for fifteen states. Method is stated in full on the methodology page.
Aug 11, 2026 · A. Harrier
Russia can’t fight Ukraine without North Korea’s help: Zelensky
Kyiv’s long-range strikes on oil refineries in the heart of Russia prompted Moscow to increasingly rely on North Korean military support, including th...
Aug 11, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
Putin’s Political Longevity – A Framework of Considerations
Historic economic and social conditions point to a change of leadership in Russia, but a triggering event is still on the horizon for Putin.
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
Bookshelf: How Xi Jinping broke the China dream
When China’s supreme leader Deng Xiaoping in December 1978 announced the ‘reform and opening’ of China’s economy, many expected that this would be acc...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
National Capital District governance needs a review of local representation
The National Capital District (NCD) is Papua New Guinea’s political, administrative and economic centre. As Port Moresby continues to expand, the effe...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
Is Ukraine Drifting Towards Groupthink on European Integration?
Welcome to The Ukraine Compass, a weekly digest of Ukrainian commentary and analysis from across the political spectrum, only for War on the Rocks mem...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
The Houthis’ External and Internal Crises Converge: Can a Tactical Solution Fix a Strategic Problem?
As they fire dozens of ballistic and cruise missiles against Saudi-led coalition forces in Yemeni government-controlled areas, the Houthis are escalat...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
America, North Korea, and the Search for Peace
The South Korean Buddhist monk, the Venerable Pomnyun Sunimin, in his book “What is Happiness?” introduces us to his philosophy of life: “Everyone bor...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
International lunar consultations: future-looking developments at the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
The UN's Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Space established an "action team" in 2024 to study how to coordinate lunar activities. Giorgio Cardile off...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
Anti-corruption sanctions: Preparing for the time after Trump
Anti-corruption sanctions—and even the prospect of them—under the next US administration will be crucial to chances of peace in many parts of the worl...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail
Unification Minister walks back push to call North Korea by its official name
Public discussion should precede any move by the South Korean government to refer to North Korea by its official name, Democratic People’s Republic of...
Aug 10, 2026 · StaffOriginally on Wedgetail