International Strategic Analysis
Critical Negotiations to End the Conflict between Russia and Ukraine
The Brookings Institution hosts negotiations between the US, Russia, Ukraine and Europe to end the war. Experts address Putin’s negotiation tactics and the situation on the battlefield. A solid agreement is highlighted as crucial for European stability and global security. Kirill Dmitriev and presidential envoys participate. Putin seeks to pressure the West to concede.
Empowering Mid-Tier Education Governance to Scale Impact in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.
Educational governance in low- and middle-income countries is crucial to improve education. Intermediate actors, which connect central policies with schools, are often underutilized. The report highlights their importance to scale up educational innovations and suggests that governments share decision-making authority with them, training and supporting them to strengthen the education system.
Syria: The Jihadist Ghosts of Al-Sharaa
The government of Ahmed Al-Sharaa in Syria faces discontent from allied jihadist groups such as Hayat Tahrir al Sham, complicated by internal divisions and the influence of the Islamic State. A mediation sought by Al-Sharaa is hindered by the jihadists’ distrust.
Europes Strategic Posture for Competitive Engagement with China.
Europe faces a systemic rivalry with China, which includes cooperation, competition and confrontation. China challenges European prosperity with unfair trade practices and a dual circulation strategy, affecting the competitiveness of European companies. It uses economic coercion and pressures with trade restrictions. Europe must prepare to counter economic and security threats.
Strengthening local leadership and peer learning to improve education in Nepal.
Strengthening local leadership and peer learning in Nepal can improve education, as the lack of collaboration among municipalities, political rivalry and limited government support hinder the exchange of knowledge and educational innovations. The absence of a culture of sharing perpetuates isolation. Solutions are proposed such as strengthening networks, involving external partners and changing the culture of not sharing knowledge. This could drive collaboration and the exchange of successful experiences.
How the 2025 Protests Are Changing Politics in Asia: A Generation Z Perspective
Generation Z leads protests in Asia, toppling governments in days or evolving into political platforms. In Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Thailand and Indonesia, these movements, influenced by violence and the lack of structured organizations, seek radical and peaceful changes.