Until the West can prove that it can address the economic and security challenges Sahel countries face, the governance models represented by China or Russia will continue to gain more appeal.

China sees Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually fall under Beijing's control. On its part, Taiwan sees itself as distinct from mainland China, with its own constitution and…

While many countries have applied to join - which will certainly be a topic of discussion at the upcoming summit - BRICS members will have to reckon with the upsides and downsides of global expansion.

Moroccan writer Mohamed Aslim is a prominent authority on artificial intelligence in the Arab world. He talks to Al Majalla about the promise and the threat of cutting-edge tech and what it may bring.

The acclaimed writer tells Al Majalla about the story of his father's murder at the hands of paramilitaries and the full gamut of his work, including a book to cheer spirits with unusual recipes

Why are Western leaders rolling out the red carpet for the Indian premier despite his less-than-flattering human rights record? Al Majalla explains.

Modern societies are facing a new epidemic that causes a wide range of diseases and reduces the quality of life for millions of people. Al Majalla outlines ways to protect against social isolation.

The new multipolar order may not prove more unstable than the era of US dominance. A closer look suggests that multipolarity offers several advantages, especially to non-Western countries.

West African states such as Mali, Burkina Faso and Guinea are threatening to withdraw from ECOWAS if France wages war to reverse the coup

The takeover in Niger — led by soldiers belonging to the presidential guard — is just the latest in a string of coups that have taken place in Africa in recent years, with over 200 such attempts in…