China’s Financial Market Reforms and Cross-Strait Tensions
China Moves to Further Open Financial Markets as Tensions with Taiwan Simmer July 3, 2024 In a major move to further integrate its financial system with the global economy, the…
Economic Woes Exacerbated by Global Uncertainties
Economic Woes Exacerbated by Global Uncertainties The Lingering Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on economies across the African continent. With lockdowns, travel…
Climate Change Impacts Across the Continent
Climate Change Impacts Across the African Continent The Relentless March of Desertification Africa continues to bear the brunt of the global climate crisis, with desertification and land degradation emerging as…
Concerns over Democratic Backsliding in West Africa
Concerns over Democratic Backsliding in West Africa Introduction Over the past several years, there has been growing concern about the state of democracy in parts of West Africa. A number…
Unrest in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region
Unrest in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region: A Deepening Humanitarian Crisis Introduction The northern region of Tigray in Ethiopia has been the site of a protracted and bloody conflict since late 2020,…
Continued Instability in the Sahel Region
Amidst the Chaos, Stories of Resilience and Humanity Emerge July 3rd, 2024 – The Sahel region of Africa has long been plagued by instability, conflict, and the devastating consequences of…
Colombia: Ongoing Challenges in the Fragile Peace Process
The Struggle for Stability in a War-Torn Nation It was a sunny morning in the small town of Riohacha, nestled along the northern coast of Colombia. The air was thick…
Argentina’s Economic Turmoil: Recession, Inflation, and Social Unrest
Argentina’s Economic Turmoil: A Tale of Resilience and Struggle In the bustling streets of Buenos Aires, the heart of Argentina, the air is thick with a sense of unease. The…
Canada to Ban Open-Net Salmon Farms in British Columbia by 2029
The federal government of Canada recently made headlines with its announcement to ban open-net salmon farms in British Columbia waters by mid-2029. This decision comes as a response to the…
Decision on Petrobras’ Equatorial Margin Exploration Imminent
The head of Brazil’s environmental agency disclosed that a decision regarding Petrobras’ request to explore the Equatorial Margin is imminent. Last year, Ibama blocked Petrobras’ plans due to concerns over…