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Branko Milanović discusses how globalization has benefited emerging middle classes and the wealthiest 1%, while leaving Western middle classes and the poorest in Africa behind.

The article discusses the shortcomings of U.S. foreign policy under Donald Trump, emphasizing growing isolation and distrust among Western allies.

The article discusses Estonia's healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based decision-making inspired by successful Western European models.

Western leaders are increasingly turning to China amidst the economic pressures and trade policies initiated by Trump's administration.

In his longest speech ever, President Donald Trump addressed various issues including the economy, foreign policy, and criticized the Democrats.

In his State of the Union address, Trump emphasized American dominance in the Western Hemisphere and reiterated threats against Iran amid escalating tensions.

Jan Lipavsky emphasizes the need for Western support for Ukraine to achieve a decisive victory against Russia in an ongoing conflict.

The article discusses the revival of the Monroe Doctrine under Donald Trump's administration, emphasizing its implications for U.S. hegemony in the Western Hemisphere.

The Western Australia premier criticizes Alcoa's environmental performance after the company agrees to pay $55 million for unlawful clearing of jarrah forest.

In a recent speech, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference emphasized the need for revitalizing old alliances and rejecting a gradual decline of Western influence.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's call for Western nations to re-engage in the global market echoes colonial intentions reminiscent of European powers in Asia and Africa.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks at the Munich Security Conference highlighted the significance of collaboration between the U.S. and Europe, but they also reflected a romanticized view of Western civilization's history.

Ilja Ponomarjov, a Russian opposition politician, argues that the only way to end the war in Ukraine is to dismantle the Putin regime, but claims the West is not interested in doing so.

The film 'Kremlin Sorcerer' targets a Western audience but aligns with Russian foreign policy narratives.

Marco Rubio's European tour follows his call for Europeans to defend Western civilization at the Munich Security Conference, where he plans meetings with political leaders in Slovakia and Hungary.

Senator Marco Rubio delivers a significant address at the Munich Security Conference, advocating for a stronger commitment by European nations to NATO and Western values.

The Trump administration granted licenses allowing five Western oil companies to operate in Venezuela, marking a step in a strategy to revitalize the country's economy.

The article discusses the historical context and implications of the 1953 Operation Ajax in Iran, led by the U.S. and UK to overthrow democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddeq.

A discussion on how the changing dynamics of US-led international order affect Japan and Western Europe, while presenting opportunities for the Global South.

The article argues that China, while maintaining firm stances on issues like Taiwan and national unity, offers a flexible and mutually beneficial approach in its international dealings that contrasts sharply with Western strategies.

New South Wales will crack down on illegal electric bikes while Cyclone Mitchell strengthens off the coast of Western Australia.

The article discusses the shift in U.S. national security strategy under Trump's administration, emphasizing the Western Hemisphere and Greenland as critical areas for American interests.

The article discusses how the Trump administration's shift in foreign policy priorities towards the Western Hemisphere is causing concern in China, prompting it to take steps to mitigate risks and capitalize on potential advantages.

Moscow has cautioned Western nations that any troop deployments to Ukraine by NATO allies during a ceasefire would be deemed a military intervention.

Chatham House director Bronwen Maddox asserts that the end of the western alliance necessitates a more independent UK foreign policy towards the US and China.

Political scientist Zheng Yongnian discusses the Western-led global order, China's Belt and Road Initiative, and its strategic foreign policy choices in a recent interview.

Russia's missile strike in Ukraine near the EU border is perceived as an attempt by Vladimir Putin to intimidate Western allies amid dissatisfaction with recent foreign policy developments.

Frank-Walter Steinmeier warned that the world should not allow the transformation of international orders into a 'den of thieves', where powerful nations impose their will without scruples, marking one of the strongest public criticisms of US policy by a Western leader.

After the dramatic arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump presented what he called the "Monroe Doctrine" at a press conference, suggesting a vision of American military dominance in the Western Hemisphere.

Historian Oliver Jens Schmitt discusses Moscow's complex relationship with its western neighbors, from the North Cape to the Black Sea, highlighting historical blind spots.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio conducted several media interviews to discuss the Trump administration's operation leading to the arrest of Nicolás Maduro, whom they label a narcoterrorist and illegal former dictator of Venezuela.

The article discusses the implications of Trump’s new security policy and military intervention in Venezuela, highlighting the historical U.S. ambition for influence in the Western Hemisphere.

The article discusses how China has emerged as a dominant force in global climate policy, emphasizing its pragmatic approach compared to Western ideals.

Trump outlined a new policy for the Western Hemisphere following Maduro's arrest, emphasizing control over Venezuela and issuing threats to Cuba and Colombia while sending messages to Putin.