A debt ceiling is a legal mandate that limits the amount of debt a government can accumulate. This mandate is determined through policymaking. Reaching the […]
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The 6-Hour 2024 South Korean Martial Law Explained
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on 3 December 2023 at 10:29 pm Korean Standard Time during a televised address. The Democratic […]
Why and How the U.S. Uses Video Gaming for Military Training
Using video games for military training might sound far-fetched to those unfamiliar with how gaming works. Note that computers and gaming consoles have become more […]
Javier Milei: Economic Views and Economic Policies Explained
Argentina has undergone drastic economic reforms since Javier Milei was elected to office on 10 December 2023. His presidency has been met with both commendations […]
Boycott and Buycott of Russian Goods in China
A considerable level of anti-Russian sentiments in China is possible. This might come as a surprise for some people considering that both countries historically share […]
Corruption in the Philippines: Historical and Sociocultural Origins
In his journal article published in 2007 in the Philippine Review of Economics, economist Robert H. Nelson argued that the corruption in the Philippines is […]
What Does Putin Want In Ukraine?
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine stems from the convergence of different causes that range from the historical ties that bind the two countries and […]
Human Development Index: Three Indicators
The Human Development Index or HDI is a statistic composite used to measure the overall achievement of a country based on its social and economic […]
What Is Foreign Policy And Why Is It Important?
The foreign policy of a particular country is as important as its domestic policy. It is both a strategy and guideline for dealing with other […]
What Would Happen if the U.S. Defaulted on Its Debt?
The government of the United States borrows money to meet its various financial obligations during periods of cash shortage. These include financing its operations, managing […]