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World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 26, 2017
The new era? - Xi Jinping
We have entered the “third era” of the history of the Chinese Communist Party and “New China”. That is the historical construct that Xi Jinping and the party have presented..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 26, 2017
Yemen in crisis
Qatar, the United States and five Gulf nations part of the GCC have imposed sanctions on 11 people and two organizations that have been accused of financing..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 25, 2017
A move to moderate Islam
Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia has vowed to "return" to a "moderate Islam that is open to all religions"..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 24, 2017
Questions remain
Gen. Joseph Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has provided more information on the October 4th attack that took place on American and Nigerien troops in Niger.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 24, 2017
Autonomy in Italy
Residents of Lombardy and Veneto, which are two of Italy’s wealthiest northern regions, have overwhelmingly in favor of greater autonomy. Citizens voted in a non-binding referendum..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 24, 2017
Japan’s economic woes
As Japanese Prime Minister Abe celebrates his decisive win in the nation’s snap general elections in October 2017, the leader may be facing a grave threat – his own economy.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 24, 2017
US to sanction Myanmar?
The United States government has revealed that it is considering imposing sanctions on Myanmar for perpetuating "violent, traumatic abuses" on Rohingya Muslims.
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 23, 2017
Mugabe stripped from WHO
The World Health Organization has rescinded its the appointment of Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe as a goodwill ambassador. He had been in the position for just around..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 23, 2017
Russia’s ambition
The Russian government has ambitious plans for the oil resources in the Arctic region and the nation is committed to developing the area. What will the consequences of such..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 23, 2017
Jinping’s crackdown
Chinese President Xi Jinping has solidified his position of power at the 19th National Party Congress. However, has the President been using his anti-corruption campaign..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 23, 2017
Abe’s political gamble
Japan’s Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, has decisively won Japan’s general election that was held on October 22nd, 2017. Abe’s party, Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its junior..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 21, 2017
What about global economy?
Federal Reserve’s Chair, Janet Yellen has warned that there is an “uncomfortably high” risk that the central bank will have to deploy crisis..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 21, 2017
Bitcoin surges
On October 20th, 2017, the value of Bitcoin surged to a record high of more than $6,000, with market capitalization reaching a high of $100 billion at one point. Bitcoin is..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 20, 2017
We are what we breathe
A new study has revealed that pollution is the cause of 9 million deaths across the world annually. It also incurs economic damage of $4.6 trillion. India has recorded..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 20, 2017
Condemnation from all sides
Former American Presidents George W Bush and Barack Obama have delivered blistering attacks on Donald Trump’s Presidency in two separate..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 20, 2017
The Spanish crisis
The Spanish government has announced that it will begin the process to impose direct rule on Catalonia. The announcement comes weeks after Catalonia held a referendum for..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 20, 2017
Coup in China?
Senior members of the Community Party of China have accused former political heavyweights of trying to take over the leadership in the country..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 19, 2017
Resetting intelligence - Facespook?
Facebook is reportedly looking to hire new employees who already come with National Security clearances. This is the latest step taken by the social media giant to address..
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 19, 2017
Jinping’s vision
Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered a three and a half hour speech during the 19th National Congress during which he stated that China was ready to take “centre stage”. The history of China…
World - Analyses & Assessments - Oct 18, 2017
Trump’s uncertain future
As controversies continue to escalate around US President Donald Trump, aides and members of his administration are worried about a possible..