Port Moresby’s Jacksons International Airport has earned a notorious reputation, with many travelers claiming it might be one of the most corrupt airports in the […]
Author: Leon Havana
Papua New Guinea at 49: A Year of Turmoil and Change
As Papua New Guinea (PNG) marked its 49th year of independence, the nation finds itself in a turbulent period marked by domestic unrest, crime surges, […]
Visit Report: Jordan’s SOFEX 2024, A Shrinking Show in the Shadow of War
As I walked through the less-crowded halls of SOFEX 2024, I couldn’t help but reflect on how much this event has changed since its inception. […]
Is Japan Oppressive? A Critical Look at the Land of the Rising Sun
Asking whether Japan is oppressive is no small question. It suggests a nuanced examination of a country known for its politeness and order. Having recently […]
Did the West Overthrow Sheikh Hasina in Bangladesh?
The geopolitical landscape of South Asia has always been a complex chessboard, where internal politics often intersect with the strategic interests of external powers. Bangladesh, […]
The New People’s Army: The Philippines secret war
The New People’s Army (NPA) has been a prominent force in the Philippines’ socio-political landscape for over five decades. As the armed wing of the […]
Is animosity holding up DPR Korea reopening to tourism?
With DPR Korea and no less than Marshall Kim Jong Un stating a desire to push tourism, the big question now what is holding up […]
Is North Korea sending troops to Ukraine?
Recently I have been bombarded with messages telling me not just that North Korea are sending their army to Ukraine, but that it would speed […]