In light of tensions with the US and China, the EU is seeking to diversity its trading partners. The Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), with twelve members and accounting for 13% of global GDP, could play an important role in this.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Taufkirchen-based defense contractor Hensoldt and Bulgarian drone manufacturer Dronamics intend to jointly develop an ISTAR drone (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance) by the end of the year.
By Frank Stier
Russia’s attack on Ukraine has also changed Moscow’s ties to its post-Soviet neighbors. In the second part of our overview series, we show how the current power structure in Central Asia is shaping up.
By Maria Mitrov
As chair of ASEAN, the Philippines is striking a more confident tone toward China. However, the country is avoiding a course of complete confrontation. China's foreign minister nevertheless sent a veiled warning to Manila.
By Leonardo Pape
With the raw materials deal that US President Donald Trump negotiated with Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi in December, the US aims to expand its influence in the DR Congo, particularly in the copper and cobalt sectors. The United States is taking creative approaches to implement this deal.
By Constantin Leclerc
Europe must use its power more assertively – this was the message from the President of the European Commission at the EU Ambassadors’ Conference. Under Europe’s new security strategy, security considerations must be taken into account systematically in all resources and instruments.
By Stephan Israel
Ankara hopes for talks on new forms of cooperation and a modernization of its agreement with the EU. Initial signals from the EU Commission are positive.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Rheinmetall subsidiary Naval Systems plans to mass-produce autonomous surface drones at Blohm+Voss. But instead of focusing on sales, the company is pursuing a new business model: maritime surveillance “as a service.”
By Lisa-Martina Klein
In their war against Iran, the US and Israel are focusing on systematically weakening the regime's military infrastructure. However, there is a clear division of labor, both operationally and geographically.
By Center for Middle East and Global Order (CMEG)
Russia's attack on Ukraine has also changed Moscow's ties with its post-Soviet neighbors. In the first part of our overview series, we show how the balance of power in the South Caucasus has shifted.
By Maria Mitrov
