Junta’s 3-year plan to transition Niger back to democratic rule a ‘provocation,’ West African bloc says

Orbán compares Hungary’s EU membership to Soviet occupation in fiery speech

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Cambodia’s Strategic Shift with China-Funded Canal Project

The bustling Mekong River, a hive of activity, faces the prospect of transformation due to upcoming developments. The government, led by Prime Minister Hun Manet, is planning a $1.7 billion China-backed canal. This canal would create a new trade route from Phnom Penh to the Gulf of Thailand, avoiding Vietnam. It threatens traditional trade paths. […]

Kidnappings drop in Haiti while maritime piracy is on the rise

The Center for Analysis and Research on Human Rights (CARDH) released a report indicating a decrease in Haiti’s kidnapping incidents while maritime piracy shows an upward trend. Data reveals a decline from 389 to 150 kidnapping cases in the second quarter of 2023, amounting to a 61.43% reduction. However, predictions indicate potential escalation if no […]