TRT World Research Centre

20/12/2024

Policy Outlook | The collapse of Assad's regime in Syria marks a pivotal moment. This policy outlook dives into the challenges and opportunities ahead, highlighting the importance of inclusive governance security sector reform. Ferhat Polat wrote: https://bit.ly/4iIiJg7

19/12/2024

Türkiye must craft AI regulations that address unique challenges, strengthen IP protections, ensure seamless data flows, and enhance its role in global trade. explains how such laws should be designed to reflect the dynamic nature of AI and to drive innovation and competitiveness. Read:👇 https://bit.ly/3OgSHTm

19/12/2024

Labelled “rogue states,” Iran and North Korea share a deep opposition to Western-dominated global order, collaborating in asymmetric warfare and nuclear tech development.
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The exclusion and isolation of certain countries in international relations is often driven by concerns about their domestic politics, human rights violations, supporting terrorism, or engaging in …

18/12/2024

Ask the Experts | The UN has an important role to play in advocating for and facilitating the full, equal, and meaningful inclusion of women not only in humanitarian and recovery efforts but also in any peace negotiations and peacebuilding initiatives. Florence Bauer, Regional Director for UNFPA in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, highlights the role that UN human rights organisations play in facilitating a peace agreement in the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more: https://bit.ly/4fqczhZ

17/12/2024

Ask the Expert | Trump’s re-election will bring significant implications for the future of U.S.-NATO relations in an era marked by the rise of China and the prolonged war in Ukraine. Here are insights from experts Umberto Profazio, Professor Aylin Ünver Noi, and Professor Selver B. Şahin on the NATO under Trump 2.0 era: https://bit.ly/4flXEVV

16/12/2024

The U.S.-Israel relationship grows stronger under Trump 2.0. With neocons influencing policy & Netanyahu in close contact, expect a more aggressive strategy in the Middle East. Read: 👇

The geopolitical strategies of global have long shaped the dynamics of the Middle East.Ideological, religious, and strategic objectives have moulded the plans of the United States and Israel for th…

16/12/2024

Ridley Scott’s Gladiator confronts our obsession with spectacle. Maximus’s “Are you not entertained?” forces us to ask: Are we any different from the Colosseum crowd? Read: 👇

In the twenty-four years since Gladiator first brought the bloody sands of the ancient Roman Colosseum to the screen, Ridley Scott’s portrayal of power, justice, and war has only become more …

12/12/2024

Discussion Paper | The Middle East remains a battleground for global powers. U.S. and Israel's ideological and strategic objectives clash with Türkiye's quest for balanced, independent policies. Çağdaş Yüksel wrote: https://bit.ly/3DcSIVW

11/12/2024

Trump’s new cabinet consists primarily of China hawks who view the growing trade deficit, Chinese tech companies, and overall Chinese investments as threats to U.S. national security. The new administration will likely favour a harsh stance toward tariffs. Read: bit.ly/3Zm1jy9

10/12/2024

Türkiye has emerged as a pivotal mediator in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, balancing its NATO membership and strong ties with Ukraine and Russia. This unique position allows Türkiye to promote regional stability. Read: 👇

The Ukraine-Russia conflict is reshaping global geopolitics, and Türkiye has emerged as a pivotal player, navigating this crisis with a distinctive mix of diplomacy and strategic balancing. This co…

09/12/2024

Blog | Ridley Scott’s Gladiator critiques passive crowds mesmerized by spectacle, suggesting democracy remains a dream without active participation. Berfe Yaşar wrote: https://bit.ly/3D2OPTB

09/12/2024

The "victory plan" appears highly aspirational and heavily dependent on U.S. support, which may become uncertain with upcoming elections. European leaders are also re-evaluating their positions; for instance, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for renewed diplomatic efforts to end the war but faces indifference from various factions.
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05/12/2024

Discussion Paper | Türkiye's diplomatic balancing act not only underscores its importance in the Ukraine-Russia conflict but also reflects its broader ambition to be a proactive force for stability and dialogue in an increasingly polarised world. Hüseyin Özdemir wrote: https://bit.ly/3ZkOoLG

04/12/2024

Türkiye must craft AI regulations that address unique challenges, strengthen IP protections, ensure seamless data flows, and enhance its role in global trade. Sseyma Yont explains how such laws should be designed to reflect the dynamic nature of AI and to drive innovation and competitiveness. 👇

AI’s rapid and widespread integration into daily life has created significant regulatory challenges. The overlap be- tween AI and multiple legal fields complicates the devel- opment of a cohesive r…

03/12/2024

The 2030 Barrier-Free Vision aims to promote disability rights and inclusion in all sectors in Türkiye. Read about Türkiye's commitment to advancing disability rights and fostering inclusivity. Read: 👇

This policy brief examines Türkiye’s efforts to promote disability rights and inclusivity. Türkiye has implemented various inclusive policies and legislative measures in areas such as educati…

02/12/2024

In a second Trump term, the administration is likely to double down on its maximum pressure policy toward Iran, echoing its approach from the first term. Prospects for dialogue on reviving the nuclear deal would likely be effectively foreclosed. Read: 👇

This Policy Outlook examines the potential implications of a second Trump presidency on U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, particularly its impact on regional peace and stability. The analysis…

29/11/2024

Discussion Paper | Despite international isolation, and Korea have forged a strategic alliance, sharing missile technology and nuclear expertise. This partnership reshapes regional and global security dynamics. Mehmet Kılıç wrote: https://bit.ly/4i8cDW6

29/11/2024

Policy Outlook | Donald Trump's return to the White House will profoundly affect U.S.-China relations. From trade to Taiwan, the Trump 2.0 will be an era of full-scale competition and pressure. Burak Elmalı wrote: https://bit.ly/3Zm1jy9