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Akinwunmi Adesina: A new era for the African Development Bank
Akinwunmi Adesina implemented bold policy reforms in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, with innovative agricultural investment programs to expand opportunities for all. These reforms are only being continued and expanded under his leadership of the African Development Bank.
Under the Radar: Nicaragua is using feminism to undermine democracy
President Daniel Ortega’s move to nominate his wife as vice-president has riled the opposition, as government lip service to feminism covers an attempt to create an increasingly autocratic political dynasty.
String of attacks increases risk of anti-refugee sentiments and political tensions in Germany
The latest string of violence increases risk of anti-refugee feelings and political tensions as Merkel is weakened by the refugee crisis.
Implications of the DNC hack for U.S.-Russia cooperation
Whether or not the Russian government is blamed for the DNC hack, a forecast of implications for the U.S.-Russian relationship should be premeditated.
FARC deserters put Colombia’s peace process at risk
Colombia faces an immediate danger to peace in the form of demobilising FARC, with the risk of recycling guerrilla fighters into criminal activity looming.
The Democratic Convention: a move towards party unity and republican outreach
The Democratic Party used the convention to strengthen its power base, show unity and optimism while expanding its reach toward disenfranchised Republicans
What lies ahead for the European Union?
Between a push for further integration, conservatively keeping the status quo and the temptation of sovereignty, the coming months are pivotal for the EU.
The Week Ahead
Olympics kick off. BoE sets rates. US election shifts into high gear. Muslim leaders meet. South Africa votes. All in The Week Ahead.
Can Britain survive economically post-Brexit?
In June, Britain voted to leave the European Union after decades of membership. The political consequences were immediately apparent, but the economic consequences are still to be determined.
Aung San Suu Kyi poised to implement difficult reforms
Aung San Suu Kyi will need to implement difficult reforms in order to fully bring Myanmar into the globalized economy.
