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Are North Korea’s nuclear tests a global concern?
North Korea’s fourth successful nuclear test has reignited fears over the nation’s nuclear weapon arsenal and regional stability. Meanwhile, the world’s eyes have been on Iran and the nuclear deal. Which
Terrorism, tourism, and Oman
Tourism in the greater Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has been dampened by security concerns; what does this mean for Oman in 2016, especially in tandem with falling oil
Greece faces new unrest over pension reforms
As part of its third bail-out package in summer 2015, the Greek government agreed to reduce its large – and growing – burden of state pensions. The proposed reforms, however,
Jakarta blasts signal new form of terrorist attacks in Indonesia
The recent bomb and gun attacks aimed at foreigners in Jakarta, Indonesia marks a first ISIS attack in the region, and signals that a new form of terrorist activities might
Carnival cancellation highlights Brazil’s woes
Following the unwelcome news that Brazil is cancelling its popular carnival, GRI takes a look at what the Brazilian people can expect for their country in 2016 and what changes
How El Chapo distracts from Mexico’s main problems
The ‘El Chapo’ capture, it turns out, is not only a morale and political boost for the ailing President Nieto, it is also developing into a public telenovela with an
The Nairobi MC10: Power struggle ending in draw
The 10th WTO Ministerial Conference was held in Nairobi, Kenya from the 15th -18th December, 2015. As outcomes are ambiguous, the conference supports the fact that rules-based systems have become
Does a New Parliament Signal a Shift for Egypt?
Last Sunday, Egypt’s newly-elected parliament held its first meeting since the 2012 expulsion of former President Mohammed Morsi. But the new class of legislators have little chance of serving as
Breaking down the Middle East’s sectarian tensions
The impact of rising Saudi-Iran tension has serious repercussions for peace talks. However, simple-minded sectarianism isn’t always so clear-cut when considering the region’s complex conflicts. One of the messages that
Poland challenges EU values, but don’t expect sanctions
The European Union is initiating action against Warsaw’s recent breach of the rule of law. Brussels is unlikely to sanction the Polish government, but this clash reflects growing disparities between
