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The 16+1 Initiative, introduced by the People’s Republic of China in 2012, represents a strategic framework aimed at deepening economic and diplomatic engagement with sixteen Central and Eastern European (CEE) states. As a complementary mechanism to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), it was initially lauded for its potential to bolster infrastructure development, enhance trade…
Think tanks have significantly expanded their influence in today’s world, becoming key analytical institutions across political, economic, and social spheres. They are not merely research entities—they serve as influential platforms that offer alternative strategies and deliver in-depth, multi-dimensional analyses to decision-makers. Their independence and objectivity allow think tanks to play a vital role in shaping…
The President of Azerbaijan Does Not Use Artificial Intelligence: “I myself do not use artificial intelligence. But I have family members who use it. They sometimes inform me about it. But probably, someday I will use it too,” said President Ilham Aliyev. “The spread of artificial intelligence is happening so rapidly that the number of…
On July 10, a meeting took place in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), between the negotiating teams of Azerbaijan and Armenia, led by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. According to a statement made prior to the meeting, the representatives of both countries met to discuss…
Executive Summary: The July 10 summit between Armenia and Azerbaijan in Abu Dhabi marks a significant step in the ongoing peace process between the two countries. The summit reflects a broader shift in the South Caucasus, as Armenia and Azerbaijan strive for strategic autonomy rather than dependence on foreign powers such as the European Union…
In a world where the post–World War II security architecture is unraveling and global crises are intensifying, the meeting in Abu Dhabi may signify more than the end of centuries-old enmity between Armenians and Azerbaijanis—it could also emerge as a powerful contribution to international peace. While the full details of the meeting have yet to…
Following the ceasefire that ended the twelve-day Iran-Israel war, tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program are approaching a pivotal juncture: the imminent expiration of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), signed in 2015. Many of the mechanisms embedded in the resolution, including the critical snapback mechanism, will cease to apply after 18 October 2025, unless…
The cornerstone of modern Azerbaijani statehood is the Constitution adopted in 1995. This document, ratified by the will of the people, serves as the legal foundation safeguarding the country’s sovereignty. It establishes the framework for both domestic and foreign policy while also protecting the rights and freedoms of its citizens. When Azerbaijan first declared its…
Introduction As the G7 recalibrates its global priorities around economic resilience and geopolitical control, a new architecture of fragmentation is emerging, which is one that sidelines multilateral institutions. This piece examines how recent shifts in trade, security, and climate diplomacy reflect not a failure of global coordination, but a deliberate strategy of selective engagement. Drawing…
In January 2018, China released its first white paper on the Arctic, titled “China’s Arctic Policy”. Sections in this document mention that “China is an important stakeholder in Arctic affairs. Geographically, China is a “Near-Arctic State,” one of the continental states that are closest to the Arctic Circle.” This articulation of its status faced criticism, particularly…
