Ananda is a graduate of international security and business law and has developed a specialization in geopolitical affairs and macroeconomic challenges, with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region. He has continued working on projects covering humanitarian operations, political violence, economic development and risk analysis.
An anime series on pirates and camaraderie has left the screen and is transforming into a rallying political symbol of resistance and creative expression in Indonesia. In recent years, the…
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to global markets, carrying nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil exports. Amid recent tensions between the US…
India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on May 10, 2025, although tensions remain following the recent military escalation. Both claim a strategic victory over the other, and this article…
As explored in the previous article, Kashmir has several key geographic factors which contribute to its strategic and geopolitical significance. Among the most important aspects are its[1] rivers that provide…
In April 2025, sparks once again ignited between India and Pakistan in their struggle for Kashmir, with civilians caught in the crosshairs, and with the world holding its breath as…
The risk of rising money laundering This article explores the potential risk of a rise in trade-based money laundering as a result of global tariffs imposed by President Trump on…
When President Trump stated that Canada should become the 51st State[1], the Canadian leadership was taken aback by this unexpected statement from a long-standing strategic ally and interpreted it as a…