Nigeria faces devastation amid violence and kidnappings
The government and legislative bodies are taking steps to combat these serious threats and challenges, but more must be done.
Lee Kumari
Lee Kumari provides astute insights into the U.S. economy and the intricacies of the business world. With a master’s in economics from The City College of New York and over five years in the journalistic field, Lee is quickly making a name for himself as a reasonable voice in economic and business commentary.
Fears of AI replacing workers still premature
Despite AI’s impact on various industries, most jobs are not immediately at risk of being automated.
Rising tensions in Asia as leaders contemplate potential Trump return
The U.S.’s fluctuating engagement in regional trade, marked by Trump’s withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership and Biden’s subsequent launch of the IPEF, reflects the ongoing strategic contest in the region.
Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te declares victory, infuriating China
Despite the election results, China dismissed them as not representing the island’s mainstream opinion, insisting on the inevitability of reunification with Taiwan.
North Korea’s escalation: War preparations and global implications
The situation in North Korea is a reflection of the shifting global order, with old alliances being tested and new ones forming.
Taiwan’s strategy to counter a Chinese invasion
Some experts believe China’s recent incursions to the island’s east and its growing military prowess are making Taiwan’s current strategy outdated.
Coastal cities sinking as sea levels rise
Community preparedness is key, with education on risks and responses to subsidence and flooding, along with effective emergency response plans.
China oppressing Muslims and demolishing mosques
The mosque issue is only a small part of the larger problem in China, which suppresses religion and oppresses the Uyghurs, a Muslim minority living in China.
Australia, China détente a step in the right direction
China subtly emphasized to Canberra that its alliance with the United States and involvement in security agreements like AUKUS and the Quad ought not to undermine Australia-China relations.
Extend IMEC eastward to counter Chinese expansionism
If Washington wants to circumvent Chinese influence, this corridor will need to extend to the east and encompass South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand.