Scenarios about 'decolonization'
Decolonization refers to the process by which colonies gained independence from imperial powers, primarily occurring in the mid-20th century after World War II. This global phenomenon transformed the political map, ending centuries of European dominance and creating dozens of new nation-states across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. In alternate history scenarios, different timelines of decolonization can dramatically alter global power structures, economic development patterns, and cultural evolution.
What If Kolkata Maintained Its Economic Prominence?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) remained the economic powerhouse of the Indian subcontinent, dramatically altering South Asia's development and global economic patterns.
What If Palestine Became an Independent State in 1948?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the UN Partition Plan succeeded in creating both Israel and Palestine as independent states in 1948, fundamentally altering the Middle East's geopolitical landscape.
What If Peacekeeping Operations Never Existed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the United Nations never developed peacekeeping as a conflict management tool, potentially leading to vastly different outcomes in post-WWII conflicts and international relations.
What If Singapore Developed Different Economic Strategies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Singapore pursued alternative economic models after independence, potentially reshaping not only the city-state but also development paradigms across Asia.
What If South Africa's Universities Developed Different Post-Apartheid Strategies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where South African higher education institutions took alternative approaches to transformation after apartheid, potentially reshaping the nation's social, economic, and political landscape.
What If The African Games Never Happened?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the Pan-African sporting competition was never established, radically altering the development of African athletics, continental unity, and international sports politics.