One of the three major dimensions of globalization, alongside political and cultural dimensions, is economic globalization. It represents the process involved in the accelerated cross-border […]
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Purpose of NATO Explained: Roles, Responsibilities, and Missions
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization of NATO has been at the forefront of some of the major geopolitical and international relation issues. Also referred to […]
The Strategic Importance of Crimea
Considering its annexation by Russia in 2014, among other geopolitical and international relation issues it has been involved in, it is impossible to disregard the […]
Why Did Russia Invade and Annex Crimea?
Russia invaded and annexed Crimea in February and further in March of 2014. This event was part of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, as well as […]
Ecuador-Chevron Legal Battle: Background and Court Decisions
The Ecuador-Chevron dispute is a legal battle between Ecuador and Chevron that has spanned for more than a decade and has been characterized by a […]
Explainer: Why Did The Great Leap Forward Fail
Spearheaded by Mao Zedong, the Chinese Communist Party uprooted the National Party in 1949. The removal of this long-standing rival in political power marked the […]
The Early History of Communism in China
The early history of communism in China started when the Chinese Communist Party, led by Mao Zedong, overthrew the Republic of China in 1949. The political […]
Why and How the U.S. Uses Video Gaming for Military Training
Using video games for military training might sound far-fetched to those unfamiliar with how gaming works. Note that computers and gaming consoles have become more […]
Human Development Index: Three Indicators
The Human Development Index or HDI is a statistic composite used to measure the overall achievement of a country based on its social and economic […]
The History of Saudi Arabia Oil Industry
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia emerged as a recognized and formalized nation-state in 1932 after King Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud consolidated different tribes and people […]