Young People Are Not Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders. They Are Today’s.
As the world grapples with armed conflicts, political polarization, forced displacement, climate insecurity and the relentless spread of misinformation, peace has become far more than a diplomatic aspiration. It is a prerequisite for human security, social cohesion and sustainable development. Governments, diplomats and international organizations will always play central rolesContinue Reading
A Year of Waiting: what Angelina Jolie’s post reminds us about justice for Cambodia’s displaced
It was twenty-five years ago when an actress, playing the role of Lara Croft, swung across the temples of Angkor Wat, and Cambodia would not leave her alone. Not long afterward, Angelina Jolie came back to Cambodia as a humanitarian, where, in 2002, she adopted a baby boy from anContinue Reading
Young Scholars for Peace: why youth leadership matters in building a more peaceful world
As the world continues to grapple with armed conflicts, political polarization, forced displacement, climate insecurity, and the rapid spread of misinformation, peace has become one of the defining challenges of our time. From international conflicts to local violence, the repercussions of discord persist, jeopardizing both human security and sustainable development.Continue Reading
Cambodia’s Chairmanship of La Francophonie: a diplomatic milestone in 2026
Cambodia is currently situated in a unique spot in the francophone world. Never before has the Kingdom of Cambodia served as President of the Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie (CMF), nor has it ever hosted the 20th Summit of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF). This honor, coming toContinue Reading
Aden: a city in the crater
Aden’s volcanic origins, imperial encounters and contemporary environmental struggles. The city Aden, situated along the southern coast of Yemen where the Arabian Peninsula meets the Gulf of Aden, presents one of the most distinctive urban landscapes in the Middle East. Aden is not merely a coastal settlement shaped by maritime tradeContinue Reading