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Disinformation in Moldova: attempts to destabilise and disrupt Europe

Articles / Corruption, Elections, European Union, Fake News, Geopolitics, Ilan Shor, Moldova, propaganda, Russia / 09/2024

Moldova is enduring a disinformation and propaganda campaign from Russia, which is attempting to destabilise and disrupt societies across Europe. While in the past Russia has used economic pressure, concocted protests, cyber-attacks and energy blackmail to target Moldova, it has increasingly turned towards disinformation and propaganda as the weapons of choice. Russian-backed efforts are ramping [...]

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Event Horizon: The Alt New World

Articles / China, Geopolitics, global economy, global governance, global implications, Iran, new world leaders, Russia, USA, world trade / 07/2024

Delving into the dark corners of what history textbooks refer to as the first Cold War of 1947 and compare it to the Cold War 2.0 that we live in now, it becomes clear why many of today’s leading strategists and historians suggest that it should be considered “World War III”. This article dives deep

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North and South – the Korean Peninsula’s Delicate Balance Between Diplomacy and Provocation

Articles / China, diplomatic relations, Due Diligence, Geopolitics, global implications, Korean Peninsula, North korea, Russia, South Korea, USA / 07/2024

Within the last two weeks, the world has witnessed tensions between North and South Korea, marked by North Korea’s surprising use of helium balloons used to drop bags full of waste and faecal matter over South Korean territory. This antagonistic act appeared, for some, to be timed coincidently with the visit of Russian President Vladimir

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Shadows Over Sahel: Unveiling Russia’s grip on Africa’s resource frontier

Articles / Due Diligence, France, Geopolitics, natural resources, Russia, Sahel, Wagner / 06/2024

Following on from KCS Group Europe’s (KCSGE’s) review of the Sahel conflicts in April 2024 and how the situation will worsen, one can see the region continues to exhibit significant geopolitical complexity. International attention is being drawn to the belt as a result of its large natural resources to include uranium, oil, gas, iron ore

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The Bulgarian 2024 Elections

Articles / Bulgaria, Corruption, Due Diligence, Election, European Union, Geopolitics, NATO, Russia, United States of America / 06/2024

The next Bulgarian elections, scheduled for 9 June 2024, will be a turning point in the country’s democracy. The results of these elections will affect not only domestic policy but also international relations, with emphasis on the European Union (EU) and NATO. Backstage there are, however, rising geopolitical tensions and shifts, such as the two-year

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The poisoned chalice: Is Russia’s powerbase fracturing?

Articles / Due Diligence, Geopolitics, Kremlin, Politics, Putin, Russia / 05/2024

In recent years, cracks have been seen within the upper echelons of Russian political power, signaling potential shifts that could fundamentally alter the leadership landscape. This dynamic situation stems from a blend of aging leaders, internal challenges and geopolitical pressures, suggesting that change may be on the horizon. Historically, leadership transitions in Russia have witnessed

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Will they stay or will they go?

Articles / Africa, China, Due Diligence, France, Geopolitics, Russia / 04/2024

France’s historical connections with Africa reflect a deep-rooted economic and political relationship. The Gallic nation’s interest in the continent was driven traditionally by the need for natural resources, economic markets and strategic alliances. Yet, Africa as a whole, has now evolved from the colonial era, and in the present-day, demands more equal partnerships and investments

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The New Cold War

Articles / China, cyberwarfare, Due Diligence, espionage, European Union, Geopolitics, global economy, Iran, money-laundering, North korea, Russia, United States of America / 03/2024

In the evolving network of global relations, a New Cold War landscape has emerged, marked by intensifying geopolitical tensions among the world's major powers. The United States, the European Union and their allies, find themselves in an increasingly complex standoff with nations like Russia, China, North Korea and Iran. This modern Cold War, unlike its

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The Baltic Way to Innovation: uniting for technological triumph

Articles / Baltic States, Estonia, European Union, Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, Taiwan, Technology / 03/2024

Located in the northeast of Europe, the Baltic States - Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia - with a combined population of around 6 million people, tell an incredible tale of transformation, resilience and forward-thinking. Although geographically small, these great nations have become significant figures on the European stage, revealing an impressive journey from their Soviet past

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Russian ‘dezinformatsiya’: the anatomy of Russian disinformation campaigns

Articles / cyberwarfare, disinformation, Due Diligence, espionage, Fake News, Geopolitics, propaganda, Russia / 02/2024

As nations prepare for pivotal elections this year, many will be aware of the dangers posed by fake news and misleading narratives. Given the ease of accessing digital platforms across country borders, the topic is now a major concern – and not just to those countries facing electoral decisions. The phenomenon of disinformation has its

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