If 2020 has taught us anything about Latin America, it’s that it cannot easily shake off the fetters of its … More
Author: Alex Shah
What does a Biden administration mean for the Middle East?
The Next Century Foundation congratulates Joseph Biden Jr. on his victory in the U.S. elections, and we wish him luck … More
Fighting drags on in Nagorno-Karabakh: is there a way forward?
The world is currently being shaken by a deadly pandemic, turbulent U.S. elections and escalating tensions in the Mediterranean. Among … More
What’s Next for Afghanistan?
“Whatever countries I conquer in the world, I would never forget your beautiful gardens. When I remember the summits of your … More
The Opium Epidemic in Afghanistan
The word ‘Opium’ derives from the Greek ‘opin’ or ‘poppy juice’, signifying the herbaceous plant that gives rise to the … More
Restoring Dialogue in Nicaragua
The following has been submitted in the format of an Oral Statement to the 45th session of the UN Human … More
Covid-19, Sanctions and Venezuela
The following has been prepared by Next Century Foundation Research Officer Alexander Shah for submission by the Next Century Foundation … More