Author: Victor Ashford

Introduction Why do states form alliances against some powerful countries while cooperating with others that may be equally or even more powerful? The answer cannot…

Great Power Competition describes the sustained contest among the world’s most capable states for influence, security, technological advantage, economic leverage, diplomatic weight, and the ability…

Introduction The Elements of National Power explain how a country develops, protects, and uses its ability to influence events at home and abroad. National power…

International politics is rarely driven by a single motive. States seek security, economic prosperity, political influence, territorial integrity, access to resources, diplomatic freedom, and a…

The geopolitics of the Strait of Hormuz extends far beyond a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman. It is one of the most strategically important…

Introduction Geostrategy is the study and practice of using geography, power, resources, alliances, technology, and strategic planning to achieve political, economic, and security objectives. It…

Global Affairs encompasses the political, economic, diplomatic, security, technological, environmental, and social forces that influence relationships among countries and shape the international system. It is…