For decades, Canada has cultivated an international reputation as a country committed to reducing global poverty through foreign aid. From funding humanitarian relief to supporting education, healthcare, and economic development abroad, Canadian assistance has long been presented as an investment … Continue reading
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Hair from Where? The Influx of Iranian Hair and the Democratic Movement Crackdown
Iranian hair is everywhere: from 26 kilograms of illegally seized hair at the Armenia-Iran border to an unusual influx of Iranian hair in North American salons. Why would this raise an eyebrow? Non-synthetic hair typically comes from South Asia (Indonesia … Continue reading
South America’s Lithium Triangle Reshapes Global Trade Through Resource Nationalism
I. Introduction
Lithium has become the “new oil” of the global energy transition—and South America’s Lithium Triangle (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile) holds more than half of the world’s known reserves—about 56% overall, with Bolivia alone containing roughly 21%, the largest share … Continue reading
“US Port Strikes and the Battle Over Automation in the Workforce”
Shipping plays a pivotal role in global trade, handling approximately 80% of the world’s goods, making it essential for the functioning of the American economy. Disruptions can send shockwaves through supply chains, affecting prices and businesses worldwide. On October … Continue reading