The economic situation in the United States in 2022 is shown. The most important macroeconomic indicators, including consumer expenses of the American population, demand for housing, investment expenditures, the labor market, inflation, foreign trade, and government economic policy, are analyzed. The forecast estimations of economic development for the foreseeable future...
The international context of the war in Ukraine is complex and requires in-depth study. The six-month period of hostilities provides a much-needed opportunity to reflect on their implications for international relations. In a global context, the United States is being forced to admit that it has failed to unconditionally rally its allies against Russia, which maintains alliances...
International development aid in the format of economic assistance is a significant component of the global political and economic strategy of the United States, which has been and remains the world leader in terms of providing economic development aid. This aid is used, first and foremost, to achieve the country’s national interests; however, with the advent of each new...
This article provides an analytic interpretation of development of the US financial market and identifies an important mechanism of this market. Debt securities can spur economic growth but may also pose risks to financial stability and macroeconomic performance. US private financial sector debt increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the role of debt in supporting...
The growing interest of the United States, China, and the Russian Federation in Africa in recent years seems completely understandable. The natural resources of the Dark Continent and the high rates of economic growth of a number of African countries cannot but attract the attention of Moscow, Beijing, and Washington. The three great powers reasonably believe that the place and...
This article is devoted to the consideration of the relationship between the Republican Party and the black population of the United States. The paper analyzes the historical reasons that influenced the sharp weakening of the position of the Republicans in the African American community. Exploring the characteristics of the electoral behavior of the black population of the...
The beginning of Biden’s presidency caused inflated expectations in Canada, not all of which were destined to come true. The main event of 2021 in Canadian–US relations was the signing of a Roadmap for a Renewed US–Canada Partnership, which was seriously damaged during the presidency of Donald Trump. The past year has shown that J. Biden, like his predecessor D. Trump, is an...
The Southeast Asia region is of great geopolitical, economic, and strategic importance for both the Asia–Pacific region and worldwide. It also plays a part in the confrontation between the United States and China, where each power seeks to strengthen its influence. The People’s Republic of China, being geographically close to and having deep historical and cultural ties with the...
The political status of Puerto Rico has been discussed in US Congress for decades. This article examines the main features of the island and key issues that make its political status increasingly relevant. It analyzes the results of popular referendums and their impact on the political status of the territory. Moreover, it addresses Joe Biden’s position on the issue, outlines the...
This article is devoted to the attempts of the administration of Joe Biden to normalize relations with radical leftist regimes (Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua). At the same time, the negotiation process is complicated by bureaucratic and ideological difficulties. The purpose of this study is to identify key obstacles to improving interactions between Washington and the antagonist...
Modern trends in global development have significantly pushed the boundaries of modern diplomacy, an area that should be an effective tool for global dialogue. This study is focused on the humanitarian sector of diplomacy. The main discussions about approaches to the concept of humanitarian diplomacy that arose against the background of the idea of “humanism 2.0,” about the...
The results of the presidential and parliamentary elections in France in 2022, which took place in specific conditions caused by the increase in energy and socio-economic problems in the country against the background of military operations in Ukraine, are analyzed. Despite the re-election of President E. Macron for a second term, the loss of an absolute pro-government majority...
This article explores Africa’s role in the changing demographic picture of the world in the context of the global transformation of the world order, taking into account modern economic, social, and military challenges. Based on the analysis of current demographic trends, the author suggests that the center of global demographic growth has already largely shifted towards sub...
The sanctions introduced by the United States and other Western countries after the beginning of Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine were intended, along with the military assistance to Ukraine, as the major instrument in countering Russia’s actions. These measures were aimed not only against the Russian state and its military potential and encompassed not only...
The article analyzes the prospects for the evolution of the odious terrorist group of modern times, al-Qaeda. This topic is relevant since the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Africa and Asia continue to serve as an “ideal” environment for the development of radical groups and ideologies. Based on a detailed study of the history of the formation of this organization, its...
Russian direct investments in Latin America and their scale and structure are analyzed. This study is based both on official statistics on foreign direct investment (FDI) stocks and on information about the investments of Russian MNEs in Latin American countries published on company websites and in the media (including trans-shipping FDI). It is shown that Latin America has...
A phenomenon of political history is explored whereby events evolve, in the course of time, from the realm of the incredible to the new normal. An emphasis is made on the topic of European security. The role of objective and subjective factors is pondered. The key trends are analyzed in contemporary international relations; a distinction is drawn between virtual and real...
This article is devoted to the background and history of the functioning of the Eurasian Economic Commission in the post-Soviet space. It examines the activities of its predecessor, the Customs Union Commission, which operated until November 2011, when, on the basis of the treaty “On the Eurasian Economic Commission,” its powers were transferred to the supranational body of the...
At the turn of the second and third decades of the 21st century, new trends began to form in the economies of Latin America, which had experienced deep crisis shocks. In the future the development of these trends can adjust and strengthen the place and role of the region in the system of world economic relations. One of these trends is the rapid growth of the technology sector...
The increasing tensions within global gas markets, especially in Europe where gas makes up a considerable share of the energy balance, are considered. The nature and reasons behind supply and demand imbalances in the European gas market are analyzed. The risk factors that have caused the unsatisfactory situation in the field of energy, including strong volatility, stock levels...
Against the backdrop of the development of the modern cold wars, the problem of resolving regional armed conflicts remains highly topical. The authors of this article aim to identify patterns in the development of outbreaks of organized violence and counteracting them in modern conditions using the example of the situation in northern Africa and the Middle East. Methodologically...
When formulating demographic policy measures, it is important to rely not only on the analysis of quantitative parameters but also on weighted expert assessments that characterize the effectiveness of the measures taken. Based on the data of a mass survey of the population and expert interviews, this article discusses the features of the implementation of the national project...