The balance of power is constantly changing. Recently, the international system has undergone a massive shift characterized by the rise of China and the decline of the United States. For the first time in modern history, the global hegemon will not hail from the West, posing an existential threat to the Western countries that have dominated the world order for centuries. China has rapidly become the world’s second-largest economy after an intense modernization campaign in the late 20th century that lifted the country from poverty. Today, their economic, political, and cultural power is extending its reach across the globe. Meanwhile, the US has continued to sink, as it grapples with increased competition, political polarization, and systematic racial inequality. These changes will have profound impacts on the state of the world order, presenting opportunities for some and challenges for others. This series seeks to understand the reasons behind the rise of China and the fall of the US and what this new world order will mean for the world, including its effects on human rights, environmental sustainability, sovereignty, and trade.
Why Aren’t Canada’s Conservatives Proposing an Ambitious Climate Plan?
While climate skepticism among CPC delegates could be a roadblock for ambitious policies, so too could the party’s history of failing to implement effective climate plans.
The Hypocrisy of the Hijab Ban in France
France’s recent ruling on religious attire has highlighted its long history of Islamophobia and the colonial tendency to frame Muslim women as oppressed and in need of saving.
New Zealand and Its Success with COVID-19
New Zealand has been extremely successful in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, having suffered 26 deaths among its population of 5 million people since the global outbreak in 2020.
For Energy Security, Turkey Should Look to Renewables
Like many developing economies, Turkey is overly reliant on imports for oil and natural gas. To decrease this dependency, it should continue to push towards renewable energy.
Libya’s Perilous Migrant Route
Migrants transiting on the Central Mediterranean route often face extensive danger and exploitation. The international community is responsible for revising its current policies and ensuring safe access to asylum for these individuals.
Implications of the ICC Ruling on the Jurisdiction of the Occupied Palestinian Territories
The International Criminal Court recently ruled that it has jurisdiction over potential war crimes committed in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, but Israel and its allies have responded with criticism.
