European Strategic Autonomy or the Europeanization of NATO?
A Europe that increases its defense spending would, in theory, reduce the burden on the United States while enhancing the alliance’s deterrence. The development of Europe’s strategic capabilities does not create an alternative to NATO; rather, it supports NATO’s sustainability.
The Impact of EU Enlargement Policy in The Balkans
This study aims to reveal whether the change in the European Union’s enlargement policy in the Balkans—particularly following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine—seeks to achieve a normative transformation in the region or whether this process is employed as a strategic instrument.
Middle East War? The Path and Outcome of Tensions in the Gulf
The main objective of this panel is to evaluate the impacts of the U.S.-Iran war on Gulf countries from a multidimensional perspective and to discuss possible medium- and long-term scenarios alongside the current situation in the region.
Multi-Domain Diplomacy Made in China: An Opportunity to Rise in a Fragmented World
This analysis purports to synthesize the Chinese strategic repositioning by organizing it into four main sections. Firstly, examining the Chinese global engagement particularly on space diplomacy. Secondly, analyzing China’s balancing Act towards regional conflicts. Thirdly, examining the Chinese strategic expansion in MENA. Finally, examining the competitive dynamics in emerging technologies.
Europe’s New Geopolitical Axis: The Three Seas Initiative and the Rise of the North–South Strategy
The Three Seas Initiative (3SI), which connects the Adriatic, Baltic, and Black Seas, is viewed not merely as a regional development project, but as a strategic imperative for Europe’s security, resilience, and competitiveness.
The Search for Raw Materials in the New Techno-Geopolitical Era and China
China’s monopolization strategy in the critical minerals supply chain goes beyond a mere search for economic raw materials, transforming into a geoeconomic foreign policy tool that shapes global power balances. On the other hand, the Western bloc’s most prominent counter-move against China’s overwhelming superiority in the extraction and, especially, refining of critical minerals is the “friend-shoring” strategy, which involves shifting supply chains to reliable allied nations.
The Strategic Evolution of Türkiye-Somalia Relations in Maritime Security
This analytical study aims to comprehensively examine the period spanning from Türkiye’s initial involvement in anti-piracy missions off the coast of Somalia in 2008 to the defense and energy agreements signed in 2024.
Transformation of India’s West Asia Policy: The Evolving Strategic Partnership with Israel
This study aims to understand the role of other regional and global actors influential in the deepening relationship between India and Israel and to analyze how these geopolitical steps serve India’s national interests.
Modernization of Gulf Countries: Investments in Defense Systems and Strategic Partnerships
This study aims to examine the military modernization programs pursued by Saudi Arabia, The United Arab Emirates and Qatar countries that are rich in energy resources and economically strong in their efforts to enhance their defense capabilities. Within this framework, the study analyzes with which actors these countries have concluded arms procurement agreements and examines the main characteristics of the defense systems in which they have invested.
US/Israel – Iran War: A Global Chokepoint and a Chessboard
This analysis attempts to understand the US decision to wage war against Iran by examining possible explanations for this decision. The first part will address the influence of Israel, the other instigator of the war, on the US. The second part will examine whether China was behind the motivations for initiating this war. After addressing these two claims, assessments will be made regarding the future of the post-war international system.