Over the past decade, Azerbaijan has turned its geography into a serious strategic asset. Sitting at the crossroads of Asia, the Caspian and the South Caucasus, it has steadily built itself into the central transit point of the Trans-Caspian International
Korea’s Arctic engagement has become increasingly visible in recent years. The passage of the Special Act on the Promotion of Arctic Shipping Routes and Related Industries in May 2026, together with the government’s plan to conduct a pilot container voyage
From Checkpoints to Code: The Transformation of the European BorderFor much of modern history, borders have been tangible sites of encounter. Travelers presented documents to human officials, whose decisions-however imperfect-were grounded in discretion, context, and accountability. This traditional image of
Macron’s visit to Armenia in early May 2026 should not be viewed merely as a courtesy visit. It came in the wake of the European Political Community (EPC) summit, in which both Armenia and Azerbaijan participate, and was followed the
India’s growing engagement with the Mediterranean reflects a broader adjustment in New Delhi’s external strategy. As India seeks more resilient trade routes, a stronger role in Eurasian connectivity and wider markets for its defence industry, the Eastern Mediterranean has become
The Strategic Significance of the Korea–EU SummitThe reality that yesterday’s allies are turning into today’s adversarial partners is emerging due to the reorganisation of the international order. In this environment, it is necessary to establish relations with existing partners that
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe’s security environment can no longer be understood as a short-term crisis. Beyond the immediate military shock of the war, Europe now faces a prolonged period of strategic uncertainty shaped by intensifying U.S.–China rivalry and
IntroductionBilateral social security agreements are essential in today’s globalized world to guarantee expatriates’ welfare, facilitate international labor mobility, and promote global cooperation. They prevent migrant workers from paying social security contributions in two countries at the same time, coordinate the
Italy’s Entry into the Belt and Road Initiative: Expectations and ControversiesOn March 22, 2019, Italy became the first G7 country to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China to participate in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). This decision,
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s official visit to Azerbaijan on 4 May 2026 formalized the transformation of relations between Rome and Baku from a conventional diplomatic relationship into a comprehensive and multidimensional strategic partnership. At a time when Europe is