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2 weeks ago | 
eurasiareview.com | M A Hossain
The tenuous nature of negotiations between the US, Russia, and Ukraine has left the world teetering on the edge of heightened conflict. If these talks ultimately fail, what follows could redefine the global order in ways both expected and unintended. The Return of Full-Scale Conflict Should diplomatic efforts collapse, an immediate and obvious consequence is...
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
thesouthasiantimes.info | M A Hossain
South Asia, home to nearly two billion people, stands at a crossroads as President Donald Trump’s policies reshape regional dynamics.
By M A Hossain
The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025, signals a pivotal moment for global geopolitics. With a renewed “America First” agenda, Trump’s administration is poised to reshape US foreign and economic policies, particularly in Asia.
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Jan 21, 2025 | 
southasiamonitor.org | M A Hossain
The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025, signals a pivotal moment for global geopolitics. With a renewed “America First” agenda, Trump’s administration is poised to reshape U.S. foreign and economic policies, particularly in Asia. The implications for the Indo-Pacific and South Asia are profound, spanning trade, security, and regional partnerships. Central to Trump’s Asia policy is his determination to counter China’s growing influence.
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
flipboard.com | M A Hossain
14 hours agoIn 2018, President Donald Trump privately warned that he might withdraw the US from NATO. He complained that other alliance members weren't contributing their fair share of defense spending, which left American taxpayers to pick up the tab. Congress thought otherwise. It added a special provision in …
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
eurasiareview.com | M A Hossain
The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025, signals a pivotal moment for global geopolitics. With a renewed “America First” agenda, Trump’s administration is poised to reshape U.S. foreign and economic policies, particularly in Asia. The implications for the Indo-Pacific and South Asia are profound, spanning trade, security, and regional partnerships. Central to Trump’s Asia policy is his determination to counter China’s growing influence.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
indianpolitics.co.in | M A Hossain
By M A HossainPeter D Haas, retired US diplomat, has recently found himself at the centre of controversy due to his post-retirement activities. Once a prominent figure in South Asian diplomacy, his name now circulates in discussions about ethical violations and questionable engagements. The most talked-about chapter of his diplomatic career was his appointment as the US Ambassador to Bangladesh in 2022, which lasted until 2024.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
minutemirror.com.pk | M A Hossain
As the transition of power in Washington looms, the Biden administration is set to leave President-elect Donald Trump with an unresolved question of foreign policy: what to do with the billions of dollars in unspent Ukraine aid. The Pentagon recently confirmed that several billion dollars remain in the Presidential Drawdown Authority fund, a key mechanism through which the US has been sending military assistance to Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia.
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Jan 13, 2025 | 
organiser.org | M A Hossain
The recent decision to raise taxes on over a hundred products has sparked widespread concern among the general public. At a time when inflation is soaring and economic conditions are worsening, the introduction of these measures has further strained the financial capacity of ordinary citizens. This increase in taxation, which predominantly affects essential goods and services, will undoubtedly lead to higher market prices, making life more challenging for the poor and middle classes.
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Jan 12, 2025 | 
eurasiareview.com | M A Hossain
The recent decision to raise taxes on over a hundred products has sparked widespread concern among the general public. At a time when inflation is soaring and economic conditions are worsening, the introduction of these measures has further strained the financial capacity of ordinary citizens. This increase in taxation, which predominantly affects essential goods and services, will undoubtedly lead to higher market prices, making life more challenging for the poor and middle classes.
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Jan 12, 2025 | 
pakistantoday.com.pk | M A Hossain
President Joe Biden’s decision to impose a sweeping ban on oil and gas drilling across 625 million acres of federal waters is, without a doubt, one of the most consequential energy policies in recent U.S. history. The move, which encompasses the entire offshore Atlantic and Pacific regions, the Eastern Gulf of Mexico, and the Northern Bering Sea, has sparked a heated national debate.
