by Transatlantic Task Force | Mar 19, 2026 | Commentary, Geopolitics & Great Power Politics
Key Takeaways The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has transformed a regional war into a global energy and economic crisis by disrupting roughly one-fifth of global oil and LNG flows. The most significant strategic consequence is not only the blockade itself, but the...
by Eric Malin | Mar 18, 2026 | Geopolitics & Great Power Politics, Research
INTRODUCTION In March 2023, China brokered a historic rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran —two regional rivals whose antagonism had long shaped Middle Eastern geopolitics (Fulton, 2021). This Beijing-mediated agreement, which restored diplomatic relations...
by Transatlantic Task Force | Mar 11, 2026 | Commentary, Geopolitics & Great Power Politics
Key Takeaways Recognition of systemic change: Von der Leyen frames the current international environment as a structural transformation rather than a temporary crisis, requiring a reassessment of European foreign policy assumptions. Limits of normative power: The...
by Asia Pacific Task Force | Mar 8, 2026 | Geopolitics & Great Power Politics, Infographic
China's 15th Five-Year Plan for 2026-2030 A strategic shift from quantity-driven growth to "New Quality Productive Forces" designed to build an industrial fortress. GDP Growth Target 4.5% – 5.0% The lowest target since 1991, prioritizing flexibility over rigid...
by Asia Pacific Task Force | Mar 5, 2026 | Geopolitics & Great Power Politics, Infographic
Infographic: China's Two Sessions 2026 The legislative shifts, economic targets, and the 15th Five-Year Plan shaping the future of global technology and trade. 1. Legislative vs. Advisory Structure The "Two Sessions" represent the concurrent meetings of the NPC and...
by Transatlantic Task Force | Mar 4, 2026 | Geopolitics & Great Power Politics, Infographic
Merz, Trump Discuss Iran, Ukraine, Tariffs Deep Dive into the Bilateral Summit Dynamics (March 2026) 1. Dialogue Dynamics The meeting highlighted a significant disparity in communication styles. While the press conference lasted 35 minutes, President Trump utilized...
