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Politics / 5 hours ago

The mystery behind Bhutan's close-knit global diplomatic ties

Bhutan maintains formal diplomatic ties with a surprisingly small number of countries — just 58 of the other 192 UN member states. Bhutan maintains formal diplomatic ties with a surprisingly small number of countries — just 58 of the other 192 UN member states. Notably, as of now, it does not have formal ties with any of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council — the United States, China, Russia, the United Kingdom and France.

Business / 1 week ago

The world’s top 10 wheat producers in 2025

According to the Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), global wheat production has reached a remarkable milestone this season. The European Union (EU) and China are tied at the top, each producing around 140 million metric tonnes of wheat, solidifying their status as the world’s wheat powerhouses.

Politics / 2 weeks ago

Russia vs. Ukraine: A look at the military might amid an evolving conflict

The war between Russia and Ukraine continues to dominate global headlines, and a recent infographic from Maven Mapping highlights a notable contrast in the military capabilities of the two countries. According to the graphic, Russia reportedly fields around 1.32 million active‐service soldiers compared to Ukraine’s approximately 900,000.

Politics / 6 weeks ago

Moldova’s 2025 elections expose deepening east-west divide

Moldova’s 2025 parliamentary elections have highlighted the country’s enduring political and cultural divisions at a time when its future orientation toward Europe or Russia hangs in the balance. The vote revealed a striking regional split where pro-European parties dominated in the capital and much of the north, while pro-Russian forces held their ground in the south and in areas with long-standing ties to Moscow.

Maps / 6 weeks ago

Europe’s surge in airspace violations

Over the last year, European airspace has witnessed a startling rise in aerial attacks, many involving Russian aircraft and drones breaching the boundaries of NATO and EU nations. A new map plotting violations between September 2024 and 2025 starkly illustrates how Russia has taken the role of principal provocateur, regularly testing the resilience of allied air defences.

Business / 11 weeks ago

The world’s top gold producers in 2024: China leads, US holds steady

Gold remains one of the most sought-after commodities on Earth, valued not only as a financial haven during times of economic instability but also as a key industrial and technological resource. In 2024, global gold production reached approximately 3,661 metric tonnes, setting a new record amid surging demand from central banks and investors worldwide. But which nations are driving this output, and how do they rank on the global stage?

Politics / 14 weeks ago

Russia and China lead Asia’s military might: Top 10 powers vs. Europe

As geopolitical tensions simmer across multiple continents, a new ranking from Global Firepower reveals how conventional military power is concentrated in Asia and Europe in 2025. The Power Index (PwrIndx) uses more than 60 factors ranging from manpower and equipment inventories to financial resources and logistics to gauge each nation’s theoretical war‑fighting capability. The lower the score, the stronger the military.

Business / 15 weeks ago

Global diamond production hits billions - Here’s who’s leading

Russia, long known for its vast mineral resources, is the world’s top diamond producer, generating an astronomical $3.6 billion worth of diamonds annually. Close behind is Botswana, a country whose economy is heavily reliant on diamond exports, with production valued at $3.3 billion.

Politics / 16 weeks ago

Europe divided: Support for Ukraine's aid reveals sharp East-West split

As Russia’s war against Ukraine moves on into its fourth year, a newly released map from The World in Maps in coordination with the European Union Military Staff (EUMS) reveals a divided continent over the question: Should Europe keep helping Ukraine? The graphic shows varying levels of public support across EU member states for continuing financial and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, uncovering a significant rift between Western/Northern European countries and several nations in Central and Southeastern Europe.

World / 17 weeks ago

Top 10 global leaders in natural gas reserves

Although the world is looking at transitioning to cleaner energy sources, natural gas remains a cornerstone of energy security and economic development. A report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration highlights the top 10 countries with the largest proven natural gas reserves, measured in trillion cubic feet (Tcf).

Politics / 19 weeks ago

NATO defence spending soars: Poland and Estonia lead in 2024 military investment

NATO member states this week agreed to raise their defence investment target to 5% of GDP by 2035, replacing the longstanding 2% benchmark set in 2014. This landmark decision, confirmed during a joint summit and reported by Reuters, underscores the alliance’s heightened concern over geopolitical threats, particularly from Russia and China.

Politics / 20 weeks ago

Top 10 long-range missiles redefining strategic deterrence

As geopolitical tensions continue to escalate across multiple regions, including the high-stakes April 2025 India-Pakistan standoff and the persistent volatility in the Middle East (Israel, Iran and Gaza), nations are doubling down on their strategic deterrence capabilities. The year 2025 has brought to the forefront an updated ranking of the 10 most powerful long-range missiles in the world, highlighting a chilling yet critical aspect of global military power projection.

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