INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
(Op-Ed Analysis) In June 2025, as the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) grappled with the Israel-Iran crisis, a familiar scene
tool for geopolitical obstruction.Since 2007, China and Russia have jointly vetoed 23 resolutions, including 10 on Syria and three shielding
Through forums like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, they promote a state-centric vision prioritizing sovereignty over
contributions to the World Health Organization (WHO) have raised concerns about donor influence over global health governance.Between 2014
pledged an additional $500 million over five years, positioning itself to potentially surpass the United States as the largest state
development has expanded dramatically
While still borrowing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), China offers parallel financing through
initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.Between 2000 and 2022, Chinese lenders committed
roughly $170 billion to Africa, with Angola alone receiving $64.8 billion.Chinese loans often carry commodity-backed terms and can outstrip
during the June 2025 Israel-Iran escalation forced unilateral action
ForwardWestern democracies must lead reforms to restore institutional credibility, engaging the Global South to counterbalance authoritarian
Charter amendment hurdlesWHO TransparencyCap single-donor contributions at 15%; establish independent review boardsRisk of alienating
coordination; debt disclosure issuesAlternative ForumsStrengthen G7 coalitions for issue-specific action (e.g., cybersecurity)Consensus
inclusive dialogue.Western powers must confront their own shortcomings, rally coalitions, and invest in transparent, equitable
governance.Without swift action, the foundations of the rules-based order will crumble, leaving a world shaped by authoritarian will
