Observer Research Foundation

Observer Research Foundation

2/24/2025, 2:29:51 AM

The Chinese strategic community warns that further price reductions to absorb US tariffs will be unsustainable, urging manufacturers to focus on core competencies rather than engage in destructive competition. Read now: https://or-f.org/33024

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2/23/2025, 3:37:14 AM

Nobel economists argue that a nation's prosperity hinges on strong institutions, not resources or culture. Sudan's turmoil proves the importance of building inclusive, stable systems. Read now: https://or-f.org/32887

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2/24/2025, 2:32:11 AM

The US previously pressured Iraq to reduce its energy ties with Iran. A second Trump administration could escalate this by revoking waivers for importing Iranian gas and electricity, straining Iraq’s energy sector. Read now: https://or-f.org/32998

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2/24/2025, 2:30:25 AM

The India-Japan bilateral relationship is pivotal in upholding the free and open rules-based order in today’s international landscape. Successive governments have deepened strategic cooperation, ensuring a resilient and inclusive global order. Read now: https://or-f.org/33023

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2/23/2025, 3:36:47 AM

With Pilla rTwo reshaping tax policies, Gulf Free Zones face uncertainty. The UAE is introducing R&D tax credits and VAT incentives to maintain investment appeal. Read now: https://or-f.org/32834

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2/24/2025, 2:31:30 AM

Trump’s decision to engage in peace talks contradicts Ukraine’s position, with Zelensky rejecting any deal that excludes Kyiv. Meanwhile, Moscow sees the negotiations as a potential “second Yalta conference,” welcoming US involvement. Read now: https://or-f.org/33025

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2/24/2025, 2:33:31 AM

With an eye on the Indo-Pacific’s projected 54% share of global growth by 2050, the UK is deepening its engagement in the region. Trade, investment, and strategic influence are at the core of this recalibrated approach. Read now: https://or-f.org/32988

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2/24/2025, 2:32:55 AM

The ice-breaking meeting between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russia's FM Sergei Lavrov in Riyadh signals the start of initial US-Russia consultations on Ukraine. Saudi Arabia is at the centre of this shift. Read now: https://or-f.org/32999

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2/23/2025, 3:36:57 AM

The Agniveer scheme, aimed at reducing pension liabilities, faces challenges in finalizing retention rates. If successful, it could reduce long-term costs, but savings won't be realized until the 2030s. Read now: https://or-f.org/32839

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2/23/2025, 3:36:33 AM

The Maoists’ territorial influence is shrinking. Core military capacities are now limited to the Sukma-Bijapur axis and Abujhmaad, with major losses weakening armed formations in South and West Bastar. Read now: https://or-f.org/32955