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Salafis will be key to Yemen’s local politics

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YEMEN

The demonstrations follow armed clashes in mid-February, when Hadi’s 'Protection Brigade' (commanded by his son) attempted to take over Aden airport from a ‘Security Belt’ force…

Cyberactivity in Ukraine signals Russian limits

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INT

However, since the start of the invasion, Russia has only targeted some Ukrainian government and financial institutions, causing limited and contained damage. Ukrainian critical…

Peru's formalisation of small mining is long-term task

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PERU

Informal mining accounts for a large proportion of employment in an industry otherwise dominated by large-scale capital-intensive operations. Most small-scale miners are engaged…

Iran may abandon austerity to pacify protesters

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IRAN

Beginning in the conservative city of Mashhad, the mostly small-scale and leaderless demonstrations spread across many provincial towns over several days, sometimes turning…

Climate change could intensify Sahel conflicts

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SAHEL

It will increase rainfall variability and extreme events such as droughts and floods, as well as raising temperatures. These effects may trigger cascading risks to economic…

Japan will increase soft power through Rugby World Cup

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JAPAN

By hosting the event, Japan aims to project to the world an image of a sophisticated, welcoming and culturally open country.

South African energy transition may offer useful model

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SOUTH AFRICA

Beyond the benefits for South Africa, the plan may become a model for other developing countries as they consider decarbonisation strategies.

Ecuador’s Moreno looks to mining sector for growth

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ECUADOR

Mining update.

Colombia’s new mining law poses regulatory risks

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COLOMBIA

The government proposes banning new contracts for thermal coal exploitation, shortening timeframes for mining exploration and introducing new environmental regulations that could…

Tanzania’s miners face old struggles three years on

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TANZANIA

Although the revisions have brought much change, many projects remain at a standstill and uncertainty still plagues the sector.