White House Announces U.S.-China Trade Deal, Marking Potential Collaboration
On May 11, the White House announced that its envoy in Geneva had reached a trade deal with the Chinese delegation led by Chinese vice premier He Lifeng. On Monday, a Reuters report detailed that both countries had reached an agreement of a 90-day tariff pause, with reciprocal tariffs coming
The International Response To American Policies
As the United States of America has to become acquainted once again with recently re-elected President Donald Trump, so does the rest of the world. It appears there is more tension following the clarification of his international policies than there is peace. The international community – alliances, the balance of
Tariff Wars And U.S. Dependency On Other Nations
A tariff war is defined as an economic conflict, in a protectionist fashion, in which states raise or implement tariffs or other types of trade barriers against each other. In the last two months, the United States has raised tariffs, whether briefly imposed or otherwise, on about 90 nations, including
International Responses to the Fukushima Water Release: Science and Politics
Introduction In East Asia, the most recent global nuclear issue is Japan’s decision to release treated/contaminated Fukushima water into the ocean. Japan announced the discharge of Fukushima water into the ocean in 2021, shortly after radioactive material was filtered from the water. This issue had been very controversial and has
Hell Joseon: The Birth Crisis And Generational Discontent In South Korea
In recent decades, South Korea has endured a severe demographic crisis due to the continuous decline in the birth rate. In a highly competitive society marked by strong economic pressures, gender inequalities, and traditional cultural expectations, an increasing number of young Koreans are struggling to create a stable future and
U.S. Cracks Down On Free Speech, Science By Targeting Universities And Students
Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has made it his mission to overhaul the U.S. education system. In March, he ordered the dismantling of the Department of Education. In a bid to control universities, his administration has cut hundreds of millions of dollars in federal university funding. As
The Unseen War: Tuberculosis, U.S. Apathy, And The Fight For Global Health Justice
Tuberculosis (T.B.) is a fully treatable disease, yet in 2023 alone, it tragically claimed over 1.25 million lives. Despite the importance of providing this life-sustaining treatment, there are currently prevention and treatment efforts that are stymied due to funding cuts, which can cause incredible damage to patients and healthcare systems
The Human Cost Of Migration In Lampedusa
Lampedusa, an island located between Sicily and Tunisia, is one of the main entry points for migrants travelling from North Africa, particularly from Tunisia and Libya, seeking refuge and improved living conditions in Europe. The reception center, known as the Centro di Primo Accoglienza, was initially designed to hold about
Deportations to Venezuela Explained
Since the beginning of Trump’s campaign for the 2024 presidential election, he made promises regarding mass deportations of migrants, claiming that it must be done for the betterment of the country. On his first day in office, “Trump took executive action to stop the invasion at the southern border and
Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis Worsens With Renewed War
On 15 March 2025, thousands of Palestinians were displaced once again and over 400 casualties were reported after a wave of Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza, marking an end to the nearly two month-long ceasefire. Israel blames Hamas’ failure to release more hostages before further negotiations took place for the renewed
What’s At Stake With U.S.A.I.D. Cuts: Diplomacy, Development, And Peace In Vietnam And Beyond
The recent U.S.A.I.D. cuts have impacted various projects in Vietnam and imperiled U.S.-Vietnam relations. A major project is an attempt to clean up soil contaminated with the deadly herbicide Agent Orange, which the U.S. military used on forests and water bodies during the Vietnam War. For instance, the Bien Hoa
Neoliberalism: A Paradigm in Which Direction and Where? The Argentine Case
On March 13th, The Guardian published a report on an article titled “Photographer in Coma After Argentina Police Hit Pensioner Protest Hard.” The article presented how police officers used tear gas, rubber bullets, and water cannons, among other weapons, to break up the protests. This violent clash portrays the heightened
Cryptogate: Milei’s Crypto Scandal And Its Threat To Economic Rights
On February 14th, 2025, Argentinian president Javier Milei enthusiastically promoted the cryptocurrency $Libra, promising it would raise money for small businesses and strengthen the Argentine economy. Following the promotion, the price of the meme coin spiked, and the token’s market value reached 4 billion dollars. However, a few hours after
Migrants As Political Instruments: The Hidden Strategy Of Securitisation
Introduction Migration in Europe has found itself at a crossroads between human rights, globalisation, and state sovereignty. The world underwent a significant shift between the 1960s and 2000, prefaced by globalisation. This phenomenon deterred the state control countries once had, and pushed for global economic interdependence. As states became more
The Health And Climate Impacts Of Air Pollution
99% of the world’s population is exposed to air pollution that exceeds the health standards of the World Health Organization (W.H.O.). According to U.N.I.C.E.F., polluted air can lead to serious health issues, including lung damage, cardiovascular disease, and hindered brain development. The W.H.O. estimates that air pollution causes seven million
