Patrick Baaklini
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In Secretive Oman Talks, U.S. and Iran Weigh a Fragile Peace Against the Brink of War
Written by Patrick Baaklini MUSCAT, Oman — In the cool, marbled corridors of a royal guest palace on the outskirts of Muscat, the future of the Middle East is being bartered in whispers and relayed through intermediaries. After a year defined by the thunder of aerial bombardments and the smoke of street protests, the United…
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Trade Negotiations Under Pressure: How Nations Navigate Tariff Wars and Free Trade Agreements
by Patrick Baaklini An Era of Rising Protectionism At a time of resurgent protectionism and geopolitical realignment, trade negotiations have become more crucial and more complex than ever. The ongoing negotiations between India and the European Union over a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) offer a compelling case study in modern trade diplomacy, revealing how negotiations…