Venezuela as a Maritime Energy State Venezuela’s contemporary economic reality cannot be understood without examining its relationship with the sea. Although the country possesses the largest proven oil reserves in […]
Sanctions as a Structural Force in the Global Economy Over the past decade, U.S. sanctions have evolved from a targeted foreign-policy instrument into a systemic force shaping global trade, energy […]
Chapter 1: Introduction and Background 1.1 Introduction The global maritime industry is approaching a pivotal moment in its long history. As regulatory pressures intensify and the need for deep decarbonisation […]
Alarm Management in Modern Shipping: Evolving Standards, Emerging Risks, and Industry Priorities As ship systems become increasingly automated and digitally integrated, the role of alarm management has never been more […]
The waters of the Red Sea and the Gaza Strip are separated by over 1,500 miles, but from late 2023, they became inseparably linked in a crisis that choked one […]
By 2024–2025, nearly all Russia–China trade is settled in yuan and rubles. A deep shift in payments, shipping logistics, and energy corridors is reshaping Eurasian trade. Russia–China economic relations entered […]
India and Russia share a historical trading relationship rooted in defence, energy, and political cooperation. Yet, despite a surge in bilateral trade since 2022, the trade balance today is sharply […]
Executive Summary The expansive use of economic sanctions by the United States and the European Union has become a cornerstone of Western foreign policy. While aimed at altering the behavior […]
11/17/2025 Enhancing Global Search and Rescue Capabilities In a significant update to international maritime safety protocols, amendments to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual will come into effect […]
The Renminbi has officially overtaken the US Dollar in China’s trade settlements. Explore the data and implications of this historic shift in global finance and the start of de-dollarisation. A […]
