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Global Development Program

June 2026

Research Report

A Policy Research Report by Agenda Nexus Experts in Economic Development, Employment Policy, African Affairs, and Sustainable Investment.



Beyond Aid: Building Sustainable Employment and Economic Development in Africa

A geopolitical policy analysis article

Fragmented Global Order Emerges

Great power rivalry, institutional strain, and technological shifts drive global uncertainty as new alliances and power structures gradually reshape the system


The international system is undergoing a profound transformation as intensifying great power competition, weakening institutions, and rapid technological change fuel fragmentation. Emerging governance models and shifting alliances are redefining global power dynamics and challenging the effectiveness of existing mechanisms in addressing complex global crises


Prepared by Agenda Nexus experts, Geopolitics and International Affairs Group

Global Geopolitical Economic Policy Brief

Escalating Middle East tensions disrupt global energy flows, intensify inflation pressures, and heighten risks of prolonged economic instability worldwide


The global economy entered a new phase of volatility in spring 2026 as escalating conflict in the Middle East triggered an էնergy shock, disrupted trade flows, and raised the risk of stagflation, forcing policymakers and markets to reassess near-term stability.


Prepared by Agenda Nexus experts in macroeconomics, geoeconomics, and international security.

Strategic Geopolitical Analysis

The Empire Needs Tehran

By Oden Aghapoor, Editor-in-Chief, Agenda Nexus Think Tank

Strategic brief


Managed Escalation Diplomacy

U.S.–Iran relations reflect a fragile balance where pressure and diplomacy coexist to manage risk and preserve regional stability.


Recent U.S.–Iran dynamics reflect a complex interplay of confrontation and diplomacy. Despite persistent tensions, both sides continue dialogue, signaling calibrated competition aimed at managing risks rather than triggering conflict or achieving full de-escalation.


Prepared by Agenda Nexus experts specializing in geopolitics and energy security.

Policy Brief

From Green Claims to Real Impact

Prepared by Agenda Nexus Experts in climate and development.

Strategic Defense and Security Assessment

Ceasefire Without Strategic Resolution

Prepared by Agenda Nexus Experts, Defense and Security Group

Global Economic Analysis

War’s Impact on the Global Economy

By Klara Svensson

Policy Brief:

Technological Power and Economic Security


Prepared by the Agenda Nexus Economy Experts Group

Policy Brief – Defense and Security | Agenda Nexus Think Tank

Europe’s Strategic Defense Independence

This policy brief has been prepared by Agenda Nexus Think Tank experts specializing in defense and security.

Strategic Foreign Policy Analysis

The Caucasus: Europe’s New Energy Keystone

By Oden Aghapoor

Strategic Policy Analysis
Of Contemporary Swedish Politics Ahead of the 2026 Election

Sweden’s Political Realignment in Flux

By Editor-in-Chief Oden Aghapoor

Trump threatens Musk
Trump threatens Musk
Trump threatens Musk

Policy Brief

Europe’s Role in Global Stability

By: This policy brief was developed by the Agenda Nexus Mixed Expert Group, integrating academic research, diplomatic experience, and policy analys

Strategic Policy Analysis

Emerging Global Order and Strategic Realignment

Team Agenda Nexus

Global Geopolitics in Transition

Europe at a Strategic Crossroads: Power, Security, and the New Geopolitical Orde

Strategic Policy Analysis

Policy Brief:

Economic Security in the Age of Strategic Technologies

Why Technology Has Become a Core National Security Issue

Policy Analysis

Iran’s Uncertain Future: Ethnic Dynamics, Regional Powers, and the Geopolitics of Change

Agenda Nexus Think Tank – Geopolitics & Foreign Policy Analysis

Policy Brief

Transatlantic Tensions and the Greenland Crisis

Agenda Nexus Think Tank — Strategic Insight

Strategic Analysis

The War in Ukraine — Dynamics, Risks, and Pathways to Stability

Agenda Nexus Think Tank-Research Brief

Policy Brief

South Caucasus: Peace, Connectivity, and a New Geopolitical Landscape

By Oden Aghapoor— Strategic Insight

Research Report

What If NATO Weakens?

Implications for Sweden’s Security in an Era of Alliance Uncertainty

By the Agenda Nexus Editorial Team

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