Global maritime trade, which accounts for 80% of international exchanges, is experiencing significant disruptions. Key routes, the Red Sea and the Panama Canal, face reliability issues due to rebel attacks and adverse weather conditions, respectively. These disruptions are particularly impactful on oil and gas markets, which are heavily reliant on the Red Sea for transport. […]
Related Posts
Tunisians Demand Change: Is a Second Arab Spring on the Horizon?
Tunisia faces a complex political landscape with rising demands for new presidential elections and more democratic freedoms. These demands stem from President Kais Saied’s increasing authoritarianism. He has enacted constitutional changes that centralize power significantly. Since suspending Parliament in July 2021, Saied has ruled by decree. His actions have reignited fears of a return to […]
Global Response to Red Sea Security Threats
The United States has spearheaded the creation of a 10-nation coalition to safeguard the Red Sea. This initiative aims to counter the Houthi rebels’ missile and drone attacks on shipping vessels. Nations like Britain, France, Bahrain, and Italy are part of this task force. Their joint goal is to protect the crucial maritime route from […]
Why you should never carry these things in your wallet
If you’ve ever lost your wallet, you know the disruption and inconvenience that it causes. However, you may not even realize how dangerous losing your wallet can be when it comes to protecting your personal privacy. There could be major consequences way worse than having to call and cancel a credit card, so be sure […]