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A Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist's examination of the booming industry shaping the modern world: former journalists and spies going for hire, and financed by companies, politicians, lawyers, and the rich and powerful to excavate the lives of their enemies and opponents for dirt and secrets.
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"A war between China and the US would be catastrophic, deadly, and destructive. Unfortunately, it is no longer unthinkable. The relationship between the US and China, the world's two superpowers, is peculiarly volatile. It rests on a seismic fault--of cultural misunderstanding, historical grievance, and ideological incompatibility. No other nations are so quick to offend and be offended. Their militaries play a dangerous game of chicken, corporations...
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"The Arctic Boom" delves into one of the 21st century's most profound geopolitical shifts, as melting polar ice caps have transformed the once-impassable Arctic region into a realm rife with opportunity and competition. With a particular focus on the ambitious pursuits of Canada and Russia, this meticulously researched volume offers readers a panoramic view of the evolving Arctic landscape and its economic, political, and environmental implications.The...
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A new Volume in the Collection "Geopolitics", "Strait of Tensions", authored by the esteemed French Think Tank's GEW Reports & Analyses Team, delves into the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait.One of the key chokepoints in the Red Sea is the Bab el Mandeb strait, a narrow waterway situated between the coasts of Yemen and the African continent. This strait holds immense strategic and economic significance,...
5) Irrepressible China and India: Ancient Civilizations and Wisdom. Modern Statecraft and Resurgence
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Chinese and Indian civilizations are two of the oldest civilizations in the world. And although they have quite different heritage from their different history, they have similarly promising future ahead.The resurgence of China And India is a headline story of the modern world.Today, China and India are leading nations in the important economically focused BRICS bloc of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, which is emerging as the counterweight...
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What would you do to change the course of a nation when you observed that nation heading down a very dangerous path? Plea for a Nation is just that. It's a call to action for anyone who is willing to listen and aid in a much needed course correction.
Our beloved nation stands at a crossroads. Bitter partisanship has left many disillusioned, while the powerful wield self-interest against the common good. Yet I still believe in the spirit of America...
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Why are the diplomats of the world's most powerful countries flying and traveling all over the world all the time?Why are their military engaged in active military diplomacy, planning, and frequent exercises all over the world in the same way?Are they doing it for national security, for public relations, for peace, for fun, or for prestige?Do they have to do all this in such an elaborate and expensive way?If nations of the world could stop engaging...
8) Mighty Military and Aggressive Foreign Policy of USA: Horrendous Twin Pillars of National Security
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Despite being the number 1 superpower of the world and has the largest and most lethal military force, America seems to be preoccupied with national security.Could it be because American politicians are obsessed with the longstanding American hegemony, and are loathed to see any possible challenge to its position? Could it be the American politicians are using the highly sensitive issue of national security to justify their belligerent behaviour towards...
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An acclaimed journalist on contemporary China lays bare the country's two-decade quest for global dominance and how the Chinese Communist Party coopted what Western leaders have long considered their most powerful tool in the fight for liberal democracy-capitalism-to expand its illiberal influence worldwide.
Bethany Allen, the award-winning China reporter for Axios, shows that by tying profits to political acquiescence the Chinese Communist Party...
10) 2100: Una historia del futuro. Claves geopolíticas y tecnológicas para entender el mundo que vivi
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¿Cuáles serán las grandes potencias del siglo XXI? ¿Cómo será el mundo del mañana? ¿Qué vivirán nuestros nietos? ¿El ser humano alcanzará la inmortalidad?
2100 se perfila como un escenario en el que un nuevo orden planetario desbancará a EE.UU. del primer puesto, y llevará a países como la India o a continentes como África a convertirse en las nuevas grandes potencias. Una sociedad donde la inteligencia artificial determinará nuestro...
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Intensifying Interimperialist Contradictions contains Jose Maria Sison's writings from 1989 to 2021 on the economic, political and military interactions among imperialist powers as they rise and decline and how these could develop and lead to interimperialist world wars, such as World War I and World War II. But the proletariat and people of the world are waging anti-imperialist and democratic mass struggles in the imperialist countries and on a global...
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"Dive into the unfathomable labyrinths of geopolitics, into the enigma of the world economy, and into the elusive power structures. "THE HIDDEN FACE OF THE WORLD: BETWEEN MYTHS AND REALITIES" is a bold and revealing odyssey, venturing into the controversial and often misunderstood lands of our contemporary era.With insubordinate boldness, you will navigate through various topics, from the occult manipulations of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)...
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"The Blood of Jamal Khashoggi: The Hypocrisy of the West" delves into the chilling murder of Jamal Khashoggi, a prominent journalist, and the subsequent response by Western nations. This gripping narrative explores the intricate web of international relations, human rights advocacy, and the glaring contradictions that unfolded in the wake of this heinous crime.From selective outrage to the sway of economic interests, from the influence of realpolitik...
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"Guardians of the Gulf: A Deep Dive into the GCC Defence Industry" provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of the defence industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. This meticulously researched book explores the transition from heavy reliance on imports to the development of robust domestic defence capabilities, shedding light on the geopolitical and strategic implications for the region and beyond. With a focus on key players...
15) Broken Border
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"Broken Border" explores the historical, social, and political dimensions of undocumented immigration. From the early waves of migration to contemporary challenges, the book unveils the complexities that define this crucial issue. The narrative traces the historical factors shaping the influx of undocumented aliens, examining the impact of economic disparities, political instability, and global migration patterns. In exploring potential solutions,...
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Ukraine: The Forgotten War: Israeli Impact on Western Support delves into the little-discussed geopolitical tensions surrounding Ukraine's conflict, shedding light on the often-overlooked role of Israel in shaping Western support for the war-torn nation. With a serious and thought-provoking tone, this book examines how Ukraine has become a battleground for regional powers and global players seeking to influence its future. Through meticulous research...
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Senator Chuck Hagel has long been admired by his colleagues on both sides of the Senate floor for his honesty, integrity, and common-sense approach to the challenges of our times. The Los Angeles Times has praised his "bold positions on foreign policy and national security" and wondered, "What's not to like?" In America: Our Next Chapter, Nebraska-born Hagel offers a hard-hitting examination of the current state of our nation and provides substantial,...
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Geography as an underpinning of British imperialism.
From explorers tracing rivers to navigators hunting for longitude, spatial awareness and the need for empirical understanding were linked to British strategy in the 1700s. This strategy, in turn, aided in the assertion of British power and authority on a global scale. In this sweeping consideration of Britain in the 18th century, Jeremy Black explores the interconnected roles of power and geography...
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Donald Trump did something remarkable. He tried to change America's future. That was why he became America's most controversial and divisive president since Abraham Lincoln. No crystal balls are needed to see where America is heading – far away from where and what it is now. The America of the year 2100 will bear no resemblance to the America of today. Completely different people will be in charge, with completely different values, and a completely...
20) Angry Africa
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This research study explores the intricate matter of military coups in Africa, particularly emphasising the contemporary phenomenon of citizens in select African countries demonstrating endorsement for military seizures of power. The author critically analyses the various factors contributing to this phenomenon and investigates the underlying causes for the increasing hostility towards France within these political upheavals.Part I: The Causes of...
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