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Empowering the International Court of Justice In an increasingly

In an increasingly interconnected world where cross-border issues abound, the need for a robust system of international justice has never been more urgent. The International Court of Justice (ICJ), often referred to as the world's court, stands as a pillar of the United Nations system, tasked with adjudicating disputes between states and promoting the rule of law on a global scale. However, its effectiveness is constrained by limited jurisdiction and the voluntary nature of state compliance....

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Reforming the UN should be on all leaders’ minds In an era rife with

In an era rife with geopolitical tensions and humanitarian crises, the United Nations stands as a beacon of hope for global peace and stability. Founded in the aftermath of World War II, its primary mission was to prevent conflicts and maintain international security. However, as the world evolves, so do the challenges facing the UN in fulfilling its mandate.

Recent history is replete with instances where the UN has been criticised for its inability to prevent or stop wars effectively. From...

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The Struggle to Shape the New World Order The unstoppable march of

The unstoppable march of globalisation that started with the first industrial revolution is currently facing tough challenges in the form of Brexit, Trumpism, and the scattered populist movements.

Politics acts much like waves on the seashore, it ebbs and it flows, but when the sea rises such motions will be nothing but small footnotes in the larger human political history.

The champions of globalisation such as Macron, Obama, Merkel stand head over shoulders next to narrow-minded leaders such...

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