Tashkent – Podrobno.uz. When global powers reach diplomatic deadlocks, resolving international crises increasingly falls to countries once considered regional players. They offer neutrality and the ability to engage with all sides.

A prime example is the Middle East. The United Arab Emirates actively asserts its role as a key neutral platform for dialogue. Abu Dhabi and Dubai have hosted trilateral talks between Russian, Ukrainian, and US delegations, where Emirati participation facilitated discussions on conflict resolution parameters and humanitarian issues.

Oman also mediates in complex international conflicts. The sultanate provides its territory for negotiations between the US and Iran. In 2025, Oman mediated a settlement between the US and Yemen, aiding the signing of an agreement to refrain from attacks.

In Southeast Asia, Singapore relies on economics and law rather than military force. The country promotes regional cooperation through ASEAN and offers a neutral venue for resolving international disputes. The Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC) helps settle commercial conflicts in areas like energy or insurance.

Modern diplomacy depends less on traditional military or economic power. Global influence is increasingly gained through mediation by non-superpowers, whose strength lies in maintaining neutrality, building trust, and offering dialogue where confrontation prevails.

Source: podrobno.uz