Meer
Magazine
Calendar
Authors

Categories

Economy & Politics

Profiles

Editions

enEnglish
A sophisticated vision of potential and self-actualization
Ethical innovation and the future of work
A vision of creative autonomy in the AI era
DMK Youth Wing Secretary and MLA Udhayanidhi Stalin during a protest against the parliamentary committee’s recommendation to make Hindi the medium of instruction in central educational institutes, in Chennai on October 15, photo Credit: PTI
Tussle for linguistic diversity
South India's resistance to Hindi imposition
A man with open hands standing behind a globe, symbolizing global care and responsibility
Beyond human supremacy
Rethinking rights in a more-than-human world
The complex relationship between global food systems, environmental impact, and public health, this image highlights the contrast between industrial agriculture and the potential for a more sustainable and healthier food future
Global food system’s success; but at what cost?
The global consequences of unhealthy eating and the struggle to regulate big industries
Women in Somaliland are stepping into leadership roles, challenging long-standing societal norms and inspiring the next generation of political leaders
Women in Somaliland politics: a new chapter of inclusion
Leading the charge for political change in a developing democracy
Hands pressed together in the shape of a heart against the rough bark of a tree, symbolizing a deep connection to nature and a silent pledge of care and protection for the environment
Can tradition drive sustainability?
Cultural narratives and environmental stewardship
Women friends unite in protests and social justice movements
Awareness, backlash, and the struggle for social justice
From civil rights roots to culture wars, "woke" has become both a symbol of progress and controversy
Illustration by Paola Bilancieri
Carter, a life of service
Remembering a president of integrity and peace
Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, and Olaf Scholz, the Chancellor of Germany, have consistently worked together to strengthen the partnership between their two nations, navigating complex political landscapes in Europe and addressing key global challenges
The U.S. retreat from multilateral organizations
Seizing the opportunity in a shifting world order
U.S. President Trump, U.S. Vice-President Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at their recent meeting in the Oval Office
Trump administration: a reset of American foreign policy?
A new path for American diplomacy brings uncertainty for the rest of the world
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe is a regional security-oriented intergovernmental organization comprising member states in Europe, North America, and Asia
The OSCE's struggle for unity amid global divisions
How the Malta meeting exposed deep fractures over Ukraine, Russia, and the future of multilateral cooperation
Trees cocooned in spider webs, an unexpected side effect of the flooding in Sindh, Pakistan
The weight of climate colonialism on Pakistan
Pakistan’s ongoing struggle for climate justice
An illustration of a woman holding a torch, symbolizing freedom and empowerment, similar to the Statue of Liberty
Neoliberal feminism: its dangers and implications
How market-driven empowerment undermines feminism's transformative goals
A group of children in school uniforms sit on the dusty floor of an unfinished brick building, a powerful reminder of the urgent need for global efforts to ensure equal opportunities for all
Three decades of "social development"
What impact the next global summit on social development could have on the world
Educators from Minneapolis schools march through downtown Minneapolis, USA
Workers strike back
Building a labor-based resistance movement in the United States
No people sitting outside of cafe, Budapest, Hungary
Hungary's restaurant struggles: government policies
Navigating economic challenges: how regulatory hurdles threaten Budapest's dining scene
A rope tied to a wooden post in front of a building, resembling a gallows
Parallels of power: Anakin Skywalker and Adnan Menderes
Role of fear and ambition in shaping their destinies
In the bustling markets of the DRC, vendors proudly display their goods, showcasing the vibrant local economy poised for growth with the Congolese Franc
DRC's dedollarisation: a bold shift to Franc Congolais
Exploring the economic impacts of the DRC's currency change and its global implications
Indian healthcare professionals are playing a crucial role in filling staffing shortages in Denmark's healthcare system, particularly in elderly care services
Welfare hypocrisy in Denmark
The Danes seek help from India and the Philippines to care for senior citizens
Migrant women collaborate in a shared workspace, pooling their skills and efforts to meet production goals while fostering a sense of community and mutual support
Female labor migration in Sri Lanka
Economic benefits and socio-cultural challenges of women migrating for work
An elderly businessman wearing a hard hat, demonstrating the active role of senior professionals in industries requiring hands-on involvement
The silver economy: unlocking aging society's potential
How demographic shifts impact labor and growth
Angela Merkel in a vibrant red suit
Freedom: Angela Merkel defends her legacy
A look into the musings of one of Europe's central figures in the past decades
The Tripura Sundari temple is a 16th-century temple on the right bank of river Beas. It is a large three-storey temple with sweeping beautiful views of the Himalayas, India
Dialogues on diversity with Shri Mihir Bhattacharjee
Resurgent Bharat and the power to change the world
Nikolas Papadopoulos is a Greek Cypriot lawyer and politician. He has been Member of Parliament for NIKE since 2006 and leader of centrist DIKO party since 2013
The pain of artistic expression and the limits of civility
The vandalism of the National Gallery and the struggle for artistic freedom
Unit 1-2 of Korea Shin-Kori Nuclear Power Plant, South Korea
Are nuclear weapons the solution to security?
South Korea’s move toward nuclear latency amid North Korean threats
NATO leadership observes a moment of silence at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, on February 14, 2023
Europe, Ukraine and Russia: Trump better get it right!
America First: Trump’s geopolitical gambit and the future of global stability
The imposing locks and serene waters of the Panama Canal stretch towards the horizon, a marvel of engineering that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean and a crucial link in global maritime trade
Panama, a geopolitical battleground
Caught between the US and China in a new Cold War
The photo from the NATO protest in Strasbourg, France in 2009, featuring a "No to War, No to NATO" banner
Is Europe arming or disarming itself?
The Trump phenomenon
Her piercing gaze captures the strength and determination of Moroccan women, reflecting the resilience found within the diaspora
The impact of Moroccan emigrants on national development
How Moroccans abroad drive economic growth and cultural ties
Memorial to the Wisconsin volunteers in the Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War, Wisconsin, USA
America against Spanish fascism
How scholars, artists and idealists joined the fight
The Reichstag, a historic legislative government building on Platz der Republik in Berlin, is the seat of the German Bundestag. It is also the meeting place of the Federal Convention, which elects the President of Germany
The AfD's rise and its impact on Germany's climate policies
How the Alternative for Germany party's rise might delay the Green Deal and impact European climate efforts
The crystal-clear blue waters and pristine sands of Mindanao's beaches stand as a testament to the region’s untouched natural beauty and potential for sustainable tourism development
Mindanao's rise: from land of promise to land of fulfilment
Peace, progress, and prosperity shaping the region's future
Close-up of a female doctor's eye as she wears a protective mask, conveying focus and determination
Health professionals and human rights learning
Focus on biomedical training neglects social justice and political engagement
Sylvia Labayru gazes out of the window, her expression reflecting the weight of her past and the complexity of her journey
The story of Silvia Labayru in "The Call"
A publication that offers new perspectives on Argentina’s recent past
A young woman celebrating after graduating
Fourth year: my senior experience at UVA
Heartbreak, closure and a step into the unknown
The marketing team collaborates enthusiastically, exploring innovative ways to integrate AI into their strategies for enhanced consumer engagement
Marketing with AI: strategies for success
Using AI tools to enhance engagement and insights
Amidst the backdrop of a complex diplomatic landscape, President Trump addresses African leaders, stirring a mix of hope and skepticism about future U.S.-Africa relations
The impact of Trump's second term on Africa
Implications for African diplomacy, economy, and aid
The Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands
Nicaragua vs. Germany: a legal dispute
The ICJ's ruling on provisional measures and international law violations
Narmada Bachao Andolan (Save Narmada Movement) rally, Badwani, 2005 - NAPM emerged from such movements @ Ashish Kothari
Thirty years of resistance
A national alliance in India vows to continue till justice is won
Where did it all unravel?
Why the democratic ideal is failing worldwide?
Democratic theory and human well-being
A staggering amount of pills, truly a solution?
Are medicine & healing the same?
The unexpected origins of medical authority
Aurinkokivi School in Kivistö, Vantaa, Finland, 2022
The Finland international school approach in India
Finland's progressive education model reshapes learning in India, focusing on hands-on skills and holistic development
A man drowning in water beneath a pile of plastic containers and garbage, highlighting the environmental crisis and the impact of pollution on ecosystems
Growing threat of microplastics: burden on human health
Health risks and Asia's action plan to combat pollution
The illustration shows a schoolboy outside a "Public School," with Charles M. Schwab sitting on a large money bag labeled "$1,000,000 salary" on a steel factory, and a Supreme Court justice holding a balance scale and a small money bag labeled "$10,500 salary," sitting on a book labeled "Law and Constitution."
The drives and limits of Donald Trump
How corporate interests shape politics, influence policy, and undermine democracy
A person backed by money and power can climb easily to the top
The power pyramid
When the needs of the few control the lives of the many
US President Ronald Reagan greeting USSR General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev at Fleur D'Eau in Geneva, Switzerland
Why Gorbachev hugged me
It has taken me years to understand it. Now I do
Trump stands motionless, a symbol of the isolationist path he's chosen, turning his back on global leadership at a time when the world needs unity
Trump's global retreat: a call for action
The world must unite to tackle health and climate crises as the U.S. takes a step back
A protest took place in Bonn, Germany, in February 2025, organized by the Center for Political Beauty, calling for a ban on the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD). The demonstration was focused on opposing the fascist ideologies promoted by the party, with a group of people standing around a barricade to voice their demands
German centre-left dare to tread unknown territory
Emergence of far-right AfD forces others to readjust policies
During the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals diligently wear masks while working for their safety
The digital divide: private sector vs. government in crisis
Exploring the lessons of rapid digitalization in crisis and why businesses thrive while governments lag behind
The Chilean flag, with its bold blue square and white star symbolizing the sky and honor, alongside red and white representing the nation's independence and courage, waves in anticipation of the pivotal 2025 presidential election
Chile 2025: the year we will live in danger
Presidential elections, political instability, and the shadow of external influences in Latin America
During their February 28, 2025 meeting in the Oval Office, President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy found themselves at odds, reflecting the deep political divides between their administration, Washington, D.C., United States
Cost of the not-so-realistic moment in U.S. foreign policy
Why we should believe that current American foreign policy is not so realistic, but erratic
Northern Gulf region, showing (clockwise from bottom left) Kuwait, Iraq, and Iran
Politics of naming during the Iran-Iraq war
UNESCO and the ‘Persian’ Gulf dispute
The Reichstag, a historic legislative government building on Platz der Republik in Berlin, is the seat of the German Bundestag, Germany
Germany at a crossroads: the 2025 election's global impact
How voter choices on energy, immigration, and economic policy will shape Germany's role in Europe and the world
European Parliament meeting hall at Strasbourg, France
The essence of state purpose
A strategic concept beyond governance
Close-up of a woman blowing on a matchstick held by her boyfriend, who has a cigarette in his mouth, with an intimate and casual vibe
What is the future of European public health policy?
There are opportunities to make progress, but is Brussels able to do so?
"Portuguese Carracks Off a Rocky Coast" is the oldest known sea painting in the National Maritime Museum's collection, created by a Flemish or Flemish-trained artist
The possible between two impossibilities
The existential struggles of global society and the need for revolutionary change
Embracing the flexibility of hybrid work, this woman enjoys the freedom to balance professional tasks with personal moments from the comfort of her home
The future of hybrid work
How do we balance productivity and flexibility in a post-pandemic world?
Children gather around a laptop in a rural African community, where limited internet access poses a barrier to education and development
Overcoming Africa's internet access infrastructure barriers
Challenges and opportunities in bridging the digital divide
Akçakoca, Düzce, Turkey
An overview of Akçakoca’s waterfront
Akçakoca’s early response to climate change and resistance to industrialization
In the face of rising living costs, this CEO's menacing stare seems to mock the struggles of the everyday person, offering hollow solutions while continuing to amass power and profit
Frequent obscenity and sensationalised media influence
How corporate greed and media manipulation shape our reality and erode trust in society
Human potential, creativity, and the emergence of new realities through choices and technological interconnectedness
Unlocking potential: quantum insights and leadership
The intersection of quantum theory, cybernetics, and leadership to elevate possibilities and expand human freedom
The pride of graduation contrasts with the frustration of unemployment as this young Somaliland graduate reflects on the bleak prospects for many educated youth in her country
Facing the future: Somaliland's youth and the job crisis
The toll that unemployment has on graduates, migration, and the economy
The working cooling towers of Exelon Generation Unit 1 in the foreground are emitting water vapor. The dormant cooling towers are from Unit 2, which was permanently damaged in the 1979 accident, Pennsylvania, USA
The hidden truth about nuclear power
Security risks and economic inefficiencies
A person holding a rainbow tag in their hand, symbolizing the equality
A queer approach to ESG
Justice, inclusion, and sustainability
A small boy holding an orange to symbolize the Zero Hunger initiative and the importance of access to nutritious food
A pathway to zero hunger and sustainable living
The global fight for equal food access and a sustainable future
Illustration by Paola Bilancieri
The hut at the end of the world
Two encounters: tension & kindness
The Mir Mine in Mirny, located in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Far Eastern Federal District, Russia
Neo-extractivism in Latin America: resource or trap?
From silver and oil to lithium, the region remains locked in a cycle of resource extraction
Leaders from around the world gathered in Rio de Janeiro on 1 December 2024, to witness South Africa officially assume the chairmanship of the G20, marking a historic moment for both the country and the continent
South Africa's G20 chairship: shaping global priorities
How focusing on SDGs, food security, and innovation for sustainable growth is key
American Red Cross rest room for African American soldiers and sailors, most seen reading, ca. 1919
Challenging myths behind African American history
The distorted narratives of history reveal secrets about achievements and contributions
Morning commuters in London rush through the crowded streets, starting their workday
The dehumanizing culture of modern business
The commodification of humanity in the corporate jungle
Senator the Hon. Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs meets with Indian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr S Jaishankar, at the Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) in Perth on Friday 9 February, 2024
India’s foreign policy: pro-India, not East or West
How Jaishankar's pragmatic diplomacy and non-aligned policy shape India's growing global influence
Assorted plastic bottles, e-waste recycling, and renewable resources contribute to the creation of recycled fashion products, showcasing the potential of sustainable materials in the fashion industry
The circular economy: transforming waste into wealth
Economic potential through sustainable innovation and resource regeneration
Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord is a sprawling state park located in Duisburg, Germany, offering a unique blend of industrial heritage and natural beauty
Ecological renewal in the Ruhr
Lessons from ecosystem management in a post-industrial landscape
A beaming couple receiving the keys to their new house from a real estate professional, capturing the joy of homeownership
How FOMO shapes real estate decisions
From FOMO to fast decisions; how marketing tactics turn listings into irresistible opportunities
United Nations Building located at Geneva, Switzerland
Towards a new international economic order
Present and future of the progressive project in the global diplomatic scenario
A rendition of President Donald Trump with an art-deco-styled machine
Trump’s time machine
Taking US trade and diplomatic policies back to the age of mercantilism
A young boy engaged in online learning, with his teacher conducting a virtual lecture through the screen
Closing the educational divide in the digital age
A global perspective
A true leader inspires confidence and creativity, fostering a culture of support that transforms challenges into opportunities
The illusion of leadership: unmasking bad bosses
How misguided managers undermine teams and talent
J. D. Vance addressing the audience
Why J.D. Vance’s book is a required reading
Trump's second in command's ''Hillbilly elegy''
Futuristic scene featuring advanced robots revolutionizing the construction industry with high-tech automation
AI's impact on employment: navigating the future of work
Exploring the dual nature of AI's influence: job displacement and inequality across economies
President Trump with Benjamin Netanyahu Prime Minister of Israel, unveils a Plan for a Comprehensive Peace Agreement Between Israel and the Palestinians in USA
Trump’s Middle East strategy: negotiations and tensions
Trump’s stance on Iran, Israel, and regional dynamics amid rising threats of conflict
A young girl learning to play the recorder
Education’s future is musical
A glimpse into the upcoming challenges of teaching
Abandoned children's shoes amid the refugee crisis in Budapest, Hungary, Central Europe, 6 September 2015
Spectral migrant: ghost metaphors in "What Strange Paradise"
The marginalization and invisibility of migrants in European hospitality through literary and societal lenses
Scan the barcode, at the supermarket
Blockchain in food: enhancing traceability and safety
Exploring the transformative impact of blockchain technology on food supply chains
Argentina's President Javier Milei and Vice President Victoria Villarruel on the day of his inauguration, in Buenos Aires, Argentina December 10, 2023
Milei's impact on Argentina's historical narrative
Exploring the right-wing shift in Argentina's discourse on political violence and human rights
HAARP, a study in Alaska funded by the U.S. Air Force, Navy, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and DARPA, investigates the ionosphere's properties and behavior
HAARP and the power of weather manipulation
Military applications, ethical implications, and global concerns surrounding HAARP's influence on Earth’s atmosphere
People from around the globe united in a shared cause, demonstrating solidarity for global change
Frustrations of a lifelong global issues activist
The struggles of social movements in shaping multilateral change
A street art mural of Donald Trump in Cologne's Ehrenfeld district, Germany, captured in 2017
Trump: Europe's legitimate son
How Europe’s own matrix of power shaped Trump and the decline of the West
Walking through the refugee camp in Syria, this child embodies the hope for a brighter future, a vision all of humanity must strive to realise
The Middle East's impact on European migration in 2025
A humanitarian approach amidst escalating conflicts
A late night study session, hallmark of university life
Third year: my undergraduate experience at UVA
A college journey transformed by the pandemic, pushing me to adapt
Damming of rivers breaks natural and human flows, such as this one on Subansiri, Arunachal Pradesh, India @ Neeraj Vagholikar
Regenerating the flow of life
South Asia as a biocultural region
The beacon of the 20th century United States, the Statue of Liberty, New York, USA
Western political thought: the tragic fate of the USA
What is to become of the most powerful nation in present times?
The Patriotic Monument in the heart of demolished Borodyanka, Kyiv Oblast, Ukraine, stands as a symbol of resilience amidst the destruction
Ukraine war and Germany’s rearmament hidden from elections
As defeat looms, German leaders and media keep voters in the dark
Protest in front of the chancellery in Berlin demanding an application to ban the AFD party, Germany
The rise of reactionary politics and the path forward
How populism and authoritarianism are reshaping European politics and what must be done to counter it
The devastating fires in California, USA, exacerbated by climate change, underscore the critical importance of implementing urban heat mitigation measures to combat rising temperatures and safeguard public health
Lessons for a climate-resilient Los Angeles
Rethinking housing, forests, and climate adaptation
See 2104 more
Subscribe
Get updates on the Meer