By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK. 16 July 2023 (IDN) — A former government minister reputed to have orchestrated the embezzlement of over two billion dollars and the fabrication of a daring conspiracy whose victims were Swiss bankers, American investors and global lenders, has been extradited to the U.S. where it is hoped […]
Kenya: Painful Cost of Living Hikes Sparks Violent Protests
By Lisa Vives, Global Information Network NEW YORK | NAIROBI. 15 July 2023 (IDN) — Kenyans are preparing for tough times after lawmakers approved tax increases that are unpopular even with supporters of the president who once vowed to reduce the cost of living. Referring to Kenyan President William Ruto, hairdresser Evelyne Adhiambo told a […]
The Spectre of Islamists’ Return to Power Haunts Bangladesh
Analysis by Salah Uddin Shoaib Choudhury DHAKA. 15 July 2023 (IDN) — Bangladesh, a vibrant and diverse nation in South Asia, has made remarkable strides in economic growth and social development in recent decades. However, there is growing concern about the potential consequences of the return of Islamists to power, as it poses significant challenges […]
Northeast Asia Prospects after the G7: High Winds, Choppy Waters and Even Dangerous Storms
By Hugh Miall* KENT, UK. 14 July 2023 (IDN) — Tensions remain high in Northeast Asia following the G7 summit, which asserted the principles of the US-led order rather than seeking to accommodate the conflicting interests and orders in the region. Efforts to sustain dialogue while strengthening deterrence are the mainstay of current policy in […]
Integrating Refugee Students: The Model of a Portuguese University
By UN Academic Impact (UNAI) NEW YORK. 14 July 2023 (IDN) — Some eight years ago, the flow of persons needing international protection to the European continent increased significantly, and many asylum seekers and refugees were in the typical higher education age range. In light of this situation, the University of Coimbra (UC), a member […]
Sustainable Development Goals in Peril
By J Nastranis NEW YORK. 13 July 2023 (IDN) — Failure to redouble global efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals—the promise of a better world for all —may fuel greater political instability, upend economies and lead to irreversible damage to the natural environment, according to The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023: Special Edition. World leaders made […]
The Ukraine War and Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
By Ramesh Jaura BERLIN. 13 July 2023 (IDN) — Ahead of first session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) from 31 July to 11 August 2023 in Vienna, the Global Network to Eliminate Nuclear Weapons, Abolition 2000 has warned of increasing […]
A New Wagner Opera as French Spring Unfolds
Macron Pivots to BRICS, While India Provincializes Europe By Darini Rajasingham-Senanayake* COLOMBO. 12 July 2023 (IDN) — Topped off by a curious ‘coup’ attempt in Russia, June was a fascinating month with new geopolitical, economic developments, twists and turns on many fronts: As US President Joe Biden wooed, wined and dined India’s Prime Minister Narendra […]
The EU Probes into Acceptable Election Practices in Bangladesh
Analysis by Mujtoba Ahmed Murshed* DHAKA. 12 July 2023 (IDN) — As the upcoming general election in Bangladesh approaches, political activities are intensifying on the streets. Each political party is striving to appeal to the electorate in their own way. Influential countries from around the world are also closely observing the state of democracy and […]
“I’m Afraid of America’s Footprint in the World”
By Jonathan Power* LUND, Sweden. 11 July 2023 (IDN) — The United States of America has a “culture of ignorance”. Polls say that round half of all Americans appear to feel no shame about that being so. In the south the total probably goes up to around 65%, whereas in the north, including California, it […]